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Freshly Renovated Classic Home in Downtown Bar Harbor
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9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81797.6 sq ft
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Explore the area

Bar Harbor, ME
- Place, West Street Historic District2 min walk
- Place, Village Green5 min walk
- Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching8 min walk
- Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Queen Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Freshly Renovated Classic Home in Downtown Bar Harbor
This fully renovated downtown home features an exceptional location in the heart of Bar Harbor within walking distance to all downtown restaurants, shops, a supermarket, and amenities including the main hub of the island wide free bus system. Walk to the local bike shop to rent bikes, pack a lunch and head straight to the dock where your boat departs, or grab the kids for a quick pre-dinner ice cream. You're on vacation, after all, spend your time playing and not driving!
Situated in a small quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Bar Harbor and just a stone's throw from the grocery store, the Honeybee House is a historic 1920’s home that was completely renovated with a more functional open floor plan and bright big kitchen.
Featuring a lovely yard with a vibrant flower garden that compliments the deck with picnic table and gas grill, a large furnished glassed-in sun porch welcomes you into the house. Downstairs is the living room with ample seating, a spacious modern open kitchen, breakfast bar, dining area, and full bathroom. A door from the kitchen leads to the grill area and deck. With the proximity to the grocery store, this arrangement is great for cooking enthusiasts by providing the opportunity for some wonderful family meals.
The second floor is the sleeping area with 3 bedrooms and a full bath. The master bedroom has a king and stunning handcrafted cherry wardrobe; the second bedroom is a custom queen over queen bunk bed, allowing for 1 or 2 couples or a gaggle of kids; and the third bedroom has a queen. Window units for AC in primary bedroom and bunk room only. The Honeybee House is just the right combination of quiet yet convenient, with ample space and historic charm, yet an affordable rental price.
You get the whole house, the flowers and hummingbirds, and all the fresh air of Acadia National Park you can handle. 2 off-street parking spots on parking pad (2 cars max).
We have been managing property rentals since the year 2000 and have had the pleasure of serving over 1000 tenants since that time. We are physically located nearby to the Honeybee House in case you need us, but we respect the privacy of our guests.
We know from our own experience that managing family vacations can be quite a job. A little local knowledge and some extra help can make your vacation more enjoyable and hassle free.
Adam and Jen have a deep love and understanding of the natural beauty surrounding the Acadia/Mount Desert Island area and are dedicated to the vitality of the people of Mount Desert Island. We live here year round and are raising our kids here. Thus, each year we donate a portion of our proceeds to local organizations devoted to sustaining the beauty and well-being of the Mount Desert Island area and people living here.
Lic # VR1R25-169; Permit # 2492
First and foremost we are dedicated to helping families and friends spend quality time with each other and want your vacation to be memorable. We ask that you fully read the listing details so that you are knowledgeable about the property.
Please treat our home as you would want us to treat your home.
Guest Limit: Exceeding the listed property occupancy limit (including children and infants) may result in immediate cancellation of your stay.
No Pets: We love furry friends, but this property is strictly pet-free to ensure comfort for all guests.
Quiet Hours: 10 PM – 8 AM. Please be mindful and courteous of our neighbors.
Lost & Found: We’ll do our best to return any lost items and will donate them after 2 weeks.
Smoking, outside fires or campfires (unless a designated firepit is provided) and parties/events are not permitted.
Situated in a small quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Bar Harbor and just a stone's throw from the grocery store, the Honeybee House is a historic 1920’s home that was completely renovated with a more functional open floor plan and bright big kitchen.
Featuring a lovely yard with a vibrant flower garden that compliments the deck with picnic table and gas grill, a large furnished glassed-in sun porch welcomes you into the house. Downstairs is the living room with ample seating, a spacious modern open kitchen, breakfast bar, dining area, and full bathroom. A door from the kitchen leads to the grill area and deck. With the proximity to the grocery store, this arrangement is great for cooking enthusiasts by providing the opportunity for some wonderful family meals.
The second floor is the sleeping area with 3 bedrooms and a full bath. The master bedroom has a king and stunning handcrafted cherry wardrobe; the second bedroom is a custom queen over queen bunk bed, allowing for 1 or 2 couples or a gaggle of kids; and the third bedroom has a queen. Window units for AC in primary bedroom and bunk room only. The Honeybee House is just the right combination of quiet yet convenient, with ample space and historic charm, yet an affordable rental price.
You get the whole house, the flowers and hummingbirds, and all the fresh air of Acadia National Park you can handle. 2 off-street parking spots on parking pad (2 cars max).
We have been managing property rentals since the year 2000 and have had the pleasure of serving over 1000 tenants since that time. We are physically located nearby to the Honeybee House in case you need us, but we respect the privacy of our guests.
We know from our own experience that managing family vacations can be quite a job. A little local knowledge and some extra help can make your vacation more enjoyable and hassle free.
Adam and Jen have a deep love and understanding of the natural beauty surrounding the Acadia/Mount Desert Island area and are dedicated to the vitality of the people of Mount Desert Island. We live here year round and are raising our kids here. Thus, each year we donate a portion of our proceeds to local organizations devoted to sustaining the beauty and well-being of the Mount Desert Island area and people living here.
Lic # VR1R25-169; Permit # 2492
First and foremost we are dedicated to helping families and friends spend quality time with each other and want your vacation to be memorable. We ask that you fully read the listing details so that you are knowledgeable about the property.
Please treat our home as you would want us to treat your home.
Guest Limit: Exceeding the listed property occupancy limit (including children and infants) may result in immediate cancellation of your stay.
No Pets: We love furry friends, but this property is strictly pet-free to ensure comfort for all guests.
Quiet Hours: 10 PM – 8 AM. Please be mindful and courteous of our neighbors.
Lost & Found: We’ll do our best to return any lost items and will donate them after 2 weeks.
Smoking, outside fires or campfires (unless a designated firepit is provided) and parties/events are not permitted.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number Lic # VR1R25-169; Permit # 2492
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor is home to this holiday home. 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.

Bar Harbor, ME
What's nearby
- West Street Historic District - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Bar Harbor Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Shore Path - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Thirsty Whale - 5 min walk
- Aloha - 6 min walk
- Jordan's Restaurant - 3 min walk
- Finback Alehouse - 6 min walk
- Side Street Cafe - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
24 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Walt B.
14 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walt B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen P.
29 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Kathleen P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
The T.
12 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Meagan H.
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great in-town stay!
Meagan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa T.
8 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Sarah B.
25 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Walking distance to all the fun downtown!
Sarah B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna J.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Stay at the HoneyBee
Donna J.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Julie C.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering
Julie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amber N.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Amber N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Randy F.
11 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Randy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Sheila R.
20 Aug 2019
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Bar harbor
Sheila R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
westy k.
22 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
westy k.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ruth G.
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house in a perfect location
Ruth G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy C.
20 Jun 2018
Great House
Kathy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Mary B.
26 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Mary B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phannita Y.
11 May 2019
Comfortable, Close to everything
Phannita Y.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Chris V.
27 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial weekend stay
Chris V.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Larry K.
30 Sept 2015
Great location, great old house
Larry K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2015
8/10 Good
Chris M.
3 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice House, great location.
Chris M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole M.
9 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Bar Harbor, comfortable
Nicole M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alexandra R.
28 Apr 2019
Convenient Home to everything Acadia and Bar Harbor
Alexandra R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Michelle A.
17 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honey Bee Bar Harbor
Michelle A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Ryan P.
22 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A+ for Honeybee
Ryan P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Pam G.
14 Oct 2014
Cozy home with "character"
Pam G.
About the host
Hosted by Jennifer Wales
Adam and Jen have a deep love and understanding of the natural beauty surrounding the Acadia/Mount Desert Island area. Jen grew up summers on Long Pond and Adam on a 110-acre farm in Western Maine adjoining the Appalachian Trail. They met here in Bar Harbor working as sea kayak guides in the summer of 1993.
Over the years, they have hiked, biked, paddled, and sailed every conceivable route on and around Mount Desert. Adam completed his goal of hiking every trail on the Island in the summer of 1994 and Jen authored The Sea Kayaker's Guide to Mount Desert Island published by Down East Books in 1997. Together they paddled the Maine Island Trail, a 175-mile 28-day kayaking trip from Portland to Machias, up the entire Maine coastline.
In the summer of 2000, Jen and Adam started Mountain Sea Properties with a single house, Eagle Cliff, where they were married that same summer. The owner had approached them expressing her frustration renting the home through larger rental operations on the island. She complained that her house was one of hundreds represented so the service she received was minimal. She also stated that those who rented the house were not as well informed as they could be. The tenants were also one of hundreds and the service they received was minimal.
Adam and Jen offered to represent the house committing to providing top quality service to both owners and tenants by representing a limited number of houses and providing personalized vacation services.
Since then, Mountain Sea Properties has grown along with the Wales family. As year-round members of the Island’s community, Adam and Jen are dedicated to the vitality of the people of Mount Desert Island. Thus, each year they donate a portion of their proceeds to local organizations devoted to sustaining the beauty and well-being of the Mount Desert Island area.
Over the years, they have hiked, biked, paddled, and sailed every conceivable route on and around Mount Desert. Adam completed his goal of hiking every trail on the Island in the summer of 1994 and Jen authored The Sea Kayaker's Guide to Mount Desert Island published by Down East Books in 1997. Together they paddled the Maine Island Trail, a 175-mile 28-day kayaking trip from Portland to Machias, up the entire Maine coastline.
In the summer of 2000, Jen and Adam started Mountain Sea Properties with a single house, Eagle Cliff, where they were married that same summer. The owner had approached them expressing her frustration renting the home through larger rental operations on the island. She complained that her house was one of hundreds represented so the service she received was minimal. She also stated that those who rented the house were not as well informed as they could be. The tenants were also one of hundreds and the service they received was minimal.
Adam and Jen offered to represent the house committing to providing top quality service to both owners and tenants by representing a limited number of houses and providing personalized vacation services.
Since then, Mountain Sea Properties has grown along with the Wales family. As year-round members of the Island’s community, Adam and Jen are dedicated to the vitality of the people of Mount Desert Island. Thus, each year they donate a portion of their proceeds to local organizations devoted to sustaining the beauty and well-being of the Mount Desert Island area.
Why they chose this property
Jen has been looking for just the right downtown property to round out the rental properties offered since 2000. She’s looked at dozens of properties searching for just the right combination of quiet yet convenience, ample space yet an affordable rental price, and up to date yet historic charm. She finally found it in the Honeybee House and is delighted to offer it rounding out the offerings of properties at Mountain Sea Properties. This home is brought to you with all the same quality and care that can be expected from all our properties including local information and recommendations, vacation services, cleanliness and quality lines, kitchenware and furniture.
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