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In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park

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Exterior
A two-story house with a porch, a small garden, and a well-maintained lawn.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with a curtain, and a door with a brass handle.
One side of the back bedroom hosts twin beds and cork flooring.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a large window.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Back Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom

1 King Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park

This newly renovated three-bedroom and two-bath house on Ledgelawn Avenue features a happy backyard, plenty of sleeping area, and a small office where an internationally best-selling novel was written. Really.

There's a grill outside on the deck, a second oven, a big gravel driveway and it's all in incredibly close proximity to Great Meadow Loop (for a hike), the Park Loop Road and in-town Bar Harbor. Lilacs bloom. Birds sing. And it's an incredibly happy place to enjoy Bar Harbor.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Please start a load of towels in the washing machine. Do not wash bed linen please.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VR2R26-331
Property # 4175787
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 in the city centre and 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 and Cadillac Mountain. Travelling with kids? Consider George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Village Green - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Criterion Theater - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • West Street Historic District - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Downtown - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park?

As of 4 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park on 25 Oct 2026 start from £1,627, 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 In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bar Harbor Historical Society, Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Village Green and St. Saviour's Church are also within 10 minutes.

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. 133 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so convenient to everything and a great place to come back to after a long day . We loved Bar Harbor and Acadia so much . Great trip !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and easy access to Bar Harbor, Acadia Park, etc. Well-outfitted and a very hospitable host and guide to the area. We were taken care of very well, and would easily come back to this property in the future for visits to the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic centralized location. The home epitomizes the Bar Harbor experience. New England charm. Minutes away from hikes and adventure, and even closer to restaurants and shops. Couldn’t ask for a better family vacation. Lobster Boat tour, Cadillac Mountain sunrise, Beehive, Six Peaks, Acadia and St. Sauveur Peaks. Regardless of the daily event we loved being able to come back to the home. My family and I throughly enjoyed our time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arnold O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent family trip. The house is in a perfect location- walkable to all the Bar Harbor shops and restaurants and only a couple minutes from Acadia. The house comfortably slept 6 adults. Very clean and convenient layout. Enjoyed coffee on the porch and the smell of lilacs every morning. Host was very responsive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing! We loved the house itself and its distance to everything in Bar Harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy L K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so charming and so close to downtown Bar Habor! It was exactly what we needed - we spent days out and about, and spent evenings at the house relaxing. Note: there are two full bathrooms but one is on the first floor (all bedrooms are on the second floor). It wasn’t any big deal; just be aware. They have lots of reading material and games, and the outdoor seating area is great after long days sightseeing. We mostly ate out but the kitchen is well equipped with all the basics (including wine openers ). Visiting right before Memorial Day was ideal because it wasn’t too busy yet. Loved our visit and this home away from home!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, fairly well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental for our time in Acadia! Walkable to Bar Harbour and easy access to the park. Well stocked kitchens, clean rooms and bathrooms, and fit our group of 8 well. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bret H.

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

Great Location, Great Property, Great Property Manager

We very much enjoyed our time at this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Mother, daughter trip ❤️

The house was so cute and comfortable! Great location on the edge of town.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Namrta S.

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

Memorial Day Weekend Stay

We had a great time. Location was amazing. Place was nice and spacious. And super close to all the hikes.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Nice House close to everything

The house was great, larger than i expected. It was in a nice convenient location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

paula l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in Bar Harbor

Great location. Walking distance to Main Street in bar harbor. Comfortable home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was a breeze and the entire house, including the kitchen layout, worked really well for our family of six. Absolutely wonderful to be able to walk into town and a quick drive to the park entrances. Fire pit in the back, lovely front porch to enjoy morning coffee. Shaun was a lovely host! We cant wait to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AJ G.

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

Bar Harbor house

Great clean home and ideal location to the harbor and Acadia NP. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

Great location!

Cute house is within walking distance of the town! House was comfortable and the owner was very responsive. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen M.

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

June stay

The house was comfortable and clean. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay! We were about a 15-20 minute walk to downtown Bar Harbor, and about an 8-10 minute drive to Acadia. Everything was clean, and it was nice to be able to keep up with our laundry and cook a few meals during our stay. The hosts were excellent communicators. The house is older and creaky (but still charming), but the hosts left several box fans to help block noise at night. All in all, we’d definitely consider staying here again if we’re able to get back to Mount Desert Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan R.

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

Bar Harbor Getaway

The home was extremely clean. Lots of homey features. Very well stocked. Beds very comfortable. Convenient location near to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

Great renovated comfy house

This house held a few friends from a larger hiking group. It was well designed and comfortable and in a great location, only a few blocks walk from the best of Bar Harbor and in a quiet neighborhood
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Li F.

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

Great house.

This house met all the needs of our family of five. It was spacious, very clean, conveniently located and had a really neat layout. We plan on staying here again, for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Riza V.

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

Awesome

Highly recommend this property. It has everything you can possibly need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Literally a walk to downtown Bar Harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Charming New England Vacation Spot

This home was perfect for a family vacation. Our hosts were wonderful and responded so quickly to any questions we had. We will come back for sure! Thank you Shaun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

David H.

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

Bar harbor

1- 3/4 mile from main st Short walk not bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2023
It is actually 2 tenths of a mile to Main Street and then an additional 3.5 tenths of a mile (so just over half of a mile total) to the Village Green, which is considered the center of downtown Bar Harbor. Thank you so much for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were thrilled with our stay - the house and location were absolutely wonderful! Loved the fact that we were walking distance to Bar Harbor and had a playground within a block of us. Our family used the outside grill which was very nice and a huge plus since we cooked many of our own meals. Shaun was great with his communication and responded very promptly! We would definitively recommend this house and stay there again if ever back in the area!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Shaun Farrar

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One of us writes books for children and young adults. The other one has spent most of his adult life protecting and serving the people of Bar Harbor.

This house on Ledgelawn is where we spent a lot of happy time, celebrating the awesomeness that is Bar Harbor.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property because we love Bar Harbor and its quirky, outdoorsy appeal. Ledgelawn Avenue has always been a place for families. Even though Bar Harbor is so small, thousands of trick-or-treaters come to our door. On the Fourth of July, the parade stages at the ballfield and finishes on this street. This is small town America at its best. Right here.

And then there's the park. You can run out the door, turn left and in less than five minutes, you are in one of the most beautiful places in the country.

It's hard to beat that.

What makes this property unique

We love the front porch, the neighbors. We love the way the lilacs smell in Spring and the way the cook-outs smell in the summer. The back yard with its deck and trees just beyond the fence, make you feel secluded even though it's just a short jaunt into town.

There are lots of tiny quirks in the house like an occasional old-fashioned light fixture, double ovens, and an overall light and airy feel.

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