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Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. VR1R26-004

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An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a covered patio, and a staircase leading down.
A residential street with a mailbox, a lamp post, and a well-maintained lawn.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with floral curtains, and a view of a lake and greenery.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.
A front porch with a set of stairs leading to a door, flanked by two green chairs and a small rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, beach near Hulls Cove
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 7

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. VR1R26-004

Located on Mt. Desert Island in the village of Hulls Cove, Twin Gables House is a perfect home base for multi-family or couple groups. Guests can share comfortable common areas with family and friends while enjoying the privacy of a bedroom with its own bath.
One half mile away is beautiful Acadia National Park with opportunities for scenic drives, birdwatching, hiking, biking, rock climbing, etc. Three miles from home is downtown Bar Harbor with its myriad of shops and restaurants as well as whale watching and kayaking tours.


The house dates back to 1890. It served as the home to the families of pastors of the Episcopalian church in the neighborhood for many years. The mid 1980's brought a damaging fire. The renovations were done with a Bed and breakfast in mind the result of which was 7 ensuite bedrooms. Some of the original wood floors were saved albeit a bit worse for wear. Floor to ceiling windows in the living room and dining room add to the charm. A sprinkling of antiques and many original paintings, many by local Maine artists, adorn the premises.
After a busy day enjoying the many area attractions, the comfort of the Twin Gables house awaits you. A comfortable porch with grill and a large backyard lend themselves to cookouts. There is air conditioning available in all the bedrooms as well as the living and dining areas for any hot days you should happen to encounter. There is also Lakewood a short drive away family friendly and perfect for a refreshing dip. Note: Lakewood is in Acadia and you need to display your park pass in your car while you park there.

From the house, at low tide, it is possible to access an expanse of rocky beach which also leads to the popular Chart Room Restaurant - open for lunch and dinner. Just a little further lies the Hulls Cove General Store plus the local post office. The Hulls Cove Visitors Center is just a bit beyond that. It is possible to leave your vehicle behind in our ample parking lot and take the free shuttle bus into Bar Harbor and around Acadia National Park from approximately June 21 until Columbus Day weekend. If you bring bikes you can leave right from the house and get to the park roads and carriage roads from the visitors center. VR124-019
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
I request that pets be kept off furniture and beds and any pet waste be removed from the yard.
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Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VR1R26-004
Property # 166429
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Acadia National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and rock climbing.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • beach near Hulls Cove - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 19 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aloha - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Geddy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Galyn's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. VR1R26-004 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. VR1R26-004?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. VR1R26-004 on 6 Jan 2027 start from £5,777, 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 Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. VR1R26-004?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. VR1R26-004?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. VR1R26-004?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. VR1R26-004 located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Trey Russell

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I am a former Vermonter who moved to Mount Desert Island in 1979 at the tender age of 22, shortly after graduating from the University of Vermont. I fell in love with the ocean, the community of Bar Harbor and the park. I spent about 10 years as an over educated waitress at a variety of area restaurants including the Chart Room which was co-owned by my future husband. In 1989 I was able to hang up my waitress shoes and became the host of the Twin Gables Bed and Breakfast. I raised my two children while operating the b & b for 14 enjoyable years. But B & B's are notoriously time consuming so in 2007 we converted the house to a weekly rental and I have enjoyed more free time in the summer for park activities and the like. We summer in our cabin in the woods, about 3 miles from the rental house then move back in to the main house for the winter months.

Why they chose this property

My husband was working for the previous owner of this property when it was damaged in a house fire. The owner, after some consideration, decided to sell the house as is rather than taking on the renovations. Russ (my husband always the entrepreneur, saw it as a perfect spot for a B&B and the renovations gave us the perfect opportunity to add the private baths that B&B travelers so appreciate. Update: My husband passed away in 2020. I am fortunate that my son is able to assist me with the house and yard upkeep.

What makes this property unique

Probably my two favorite parts of the house are the kitchen window that has views of the ocean (though not as good in the summer as they use to be due to foliage growth) and the back porch which is open air and a wonderfully pleasant place to hang out in the summer. I find the location very convenient.

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