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Adrianna M.
13 Aug 2025
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Adrianna M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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Bide-A-While, Bar Harbor - In-town 4-acre waterfront estate
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 127000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bar Harbor, ME
- Village Green10 min walk
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching15 min walk
- West Street Historic District15 min walk
- Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Single Bunk Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · 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 · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 5
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Bide-A-While, Bar Harbor - In-town 4-acre waterfront estate
Welcome to Bide-A-While, a magnificent four-acre waterfront estate overlooking Frenchman's Bay. An unmatched offering, this historic 7,000 square foot home provides guests with the rare opportunity to experience the golden age of Bar Harbor while creating unforgettable memories with family and friends. Bide-A-While is located just steps from the scenic Shore Path, a short stroll to town, and minutes to Acadia National Park. Offered to the public for the first time ever starting August 2025.
With elegance and grandeur throughout the home, the main floor has several living spaces for when guests want to spend time together or spread out - living room, game room, sun room, den/TV room, kitchen, and a formal dining room with a table that seats 12 people.
The wrap-around veranda on the water side of the house has seating for large groups, while overlooking the expansive, manicured lawn that stretches to the rocky coastline and is perfect for croquet and other favorite outdoor games - all with the scenic backdrop of Frenchman's Bay and the Porcupine Islands.
Ascending the grand staircase leads to the six guest bedrooms on the second floor. Two bedrooms with king beds, three with queen beds, and one with twin bunk beds.
The entire main and second levels of the home are available for guest use. The rental includes exclusive, private use of the entire estate.
Bar Harbor Rental Permit: VR2R25-372
With elegance and grandeur throughout the home, the main floor has several living spaces for when guests want to spend time together or spread out - living room, game room, sun room, den/TV room, kitchen, and a formal dining room with a table that seats 12 people.
The wrap-around veranda on the water side of the house has seating for large groups, while overlooking the expansive, manicured lawn that stretches to the rocky coastline and is perfect for croquet and other favorite outdoor games - all with the scenic backdrop of Frenchman's Bay and the Porcupine Islands.
Ascending the grand staircase leads to the six guest bedrooms on the second floor. Two bedrooms with king beds, three with queen beds, and one with twin bunk beds.
The entire main and second levels of the home are available for guest use. The rental includes exclusive, private use of the entire estate.
Bar Harbor Rental Permit: VR2R25-372
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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: 25
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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
- Village Green - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Shore Path - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- West Street Historic District - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Geddy's - 16 min walk
- Choco-Latte - 9 min walk
- Galyn's - 16 min walk
- Finback Alehouse - 15 min walk
- The Barnacle - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Jon Klemm
Bide-A-While has been my wife's family summer home for over 40 years. We were married on the waterside lawn. Our daughter practiced some of her first steps on the veranda. Many of our best memories have taken place at Bide-A-While and in Bar Harbor. It is truly a magical place. We're excited for you to experience that magic and we look forward to helping to make your stay a great memory for a lifetime.
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