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'Acadia Escape' a downtown home close to everything

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A house with a front porch, two white chairs, a small table, and hanging flower baskets.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a painting, and a window with curtains.
A narrow residential street with houses on both sides, a parked car, and a clear blue sky.
A kitchen with a microwave, stove, and coffee maker. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase with flowers.
A living room with a wooden floor, a television on a wooden stand, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Bar Harbor Historical Society
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Bar Harbor

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Downtown Bar Harbor, a neighbourhood in Bar Harbor. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and Wild Gardens of Acadia. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Village Green - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Criterion Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Street Historic District - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Acadia Escape' a downtown home close to everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 'Acadia Escape' a downtown home close to everything?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'Acadia Escape' a downtown home close to everything?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Acadia Escape' a downtown home close to everything?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Acadia Escape' a downtown home close to everything located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Jesup Memorial Library and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Acadia National Park is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 141 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific rental
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stay if you're planning to visit both Acadia and downtown Bar Harbor. Close enough to walk to restaurants for dinner while still only being a 5-10 minute drive to the Park. Check in process was very easy and communication could not have been better! Highly recommend renting here and we will be planning to do so again on our next trip to Bar Harbor!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time we stayed at Acadia Escape and we were very happy both times. The location is fantastic, the house is clean and comfortable, and the kitchen had all we needed for easy cooking. It's also great to sit at the picnic table in the back yard to eat, or just to enjoy coffee in the morning. We loved that we could walk to the restaurants, with no worries about driving or parking. A great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is an older home, but has been maintained. Hosts are excellent. It is near everything. Great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was within walking distance to everything in Bar Harbor, and just a short drive to Acadia. Everything was clean and cozy. We had a great time. I personally did not get a chance to meet our host but our husband did briefly before we were leaving. Wish I got to thank them in person for renting such a nice property out to families looking to visit Bar Harbor. I would stay here again, and hopefully will again in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easily walkable, good communication! Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
It would have been nice to know someone was around to assist with questions but we survived without them. 2 towels for 2 adults seemed lame but again we made due. The area is stunning and location was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental was exactly as pictured in a cute neighborhood right near downtown Bar Harbor. The owner's were helpful and friendly. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home base for Acadia and Bar Harbor

This was a great home and “home base” - perfect location, walkable to everything downtown, and having parking at the house was priceless since we were there over the 4th of July holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Family Vacation Spot

House was as described, clean, and in great location for walks to park, Bar Harbor, and short trip into Acadia National Park. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

The location of Acadia Escape is phenomenal!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2022
glad you were happy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

The house had everything we needed! The location was great to walk into town and explore. Hosts were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute house right in Bar Harbor!

This was a great house to stay right near Bar Harbor shops and restaurants and close to Acadia for hiking. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Just minutes from Acadia and short walk to town. Hosts were helpful and responsive and the house was just as pictured and had all the amenities for a great stay! Thank you MaryEllen and Augie!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

This was our first time to Bar Harbor and we had a great stay. The location of the house was perfect. The house was clean and we appreciated that it was stocked with laundry supplies, olive oil, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
so glad you enjoyed your visit to bar harbor. come back soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Location location location

Great location and good base for Acadia adventures. Some more creature comforts would really make the place a 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and walking distance to downtown. House was clean and had everything we needed. Thank you very much!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

great week

clean close to town and reasonable
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location to explore Acadia Natl park

Maryellen and Augie's place is awesome. So close to Bar Harbor main street and the major national park hikes and sights but off on a quiet street. Very spacious and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Acadia Escape

Property was very clean and as described. Had all the amenities needed for our week stay. It was very conveniently located and we could walk to most of the restaurants and shops in town. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2024
thank you for your very nice review. we hope you visit again soon .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location w parking

Had a nice stay here. It was perfectly located close to Acadia park, trails, activities and for walking to downtown Bar Harbor. We weren’t home much except to sleep, but it was comfortable… except for one of our group w allergies.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location in Bar Harbor

Everything was great. Really love the location. Easy to walk to everything in Bar Harbor and a quick drive to everything in Acadia. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2022
glad you loved it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and warm hosts

Maryellen and Augie’s spacious home is in a perfect location. They are lovely hosts who well maintain their home to serve their guests. You can when the buses are running park your car and not use it until you leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Really nice stay. Perfect location smack dab in the middle of town. It definitely has a vacation cottage feel. Older, but charming and kept up nicely. Lots of space for everyone, and a really nice big backyard with off street parking. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Acadia is magical

Wonderful week in Acadia National Park. Home was convenient for all of our hiking objectives. The hosts were supportive and the home was exactly as described.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2023
glad you enjoyed yourselves and thank you for leaving the house so neat and tidy . return soon ,regards augie and maryellen
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