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Luxury Stay, Acadia Mountain Views, Direct Access To Trails, Artistic Retreat

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
A living room with a blue sofa, a brown leather chair, and a coffee table. There are two large windows with a view of trees and hills.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a balcony with railings.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A building named "The Perch" with an elevation of 170 feet, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Acadia National Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Kebo Valley Golf Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, West Street Historic District
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Office

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Powder Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Primary Bath

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

Shared Bath

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

Upstairs Bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

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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. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and Wild Gardens of Acadia are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Kebo Valley Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Acadia National Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • West Street Historic District - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Village Green - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Stay, Acadia Mountain Views, Direct Access To Trails, Artistic Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Stay, Acadia Mountain Views, Direct Access To Trails, Artistic Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Stay, Acadia Mountain Views, Direct Access To Trails, Artistic Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Stay, Acadia Mountain Views, Direct Access To Trails, Artistic Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Stay, Acadia Mountain Views, Direct Access To Trails, Artistic Retreat located?

Located in the heart of Bar Harbor, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Kebo Valley Golf Club and Acadia National Park. West Street Historic District and Bar Harbor Historical Society are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 37 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible property. Looking forward to returning
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an AMAZING stay! Beautiful house with lots of wonderful amenities! It was a great location…close drive to everything. The private parking space in Bar Harbor was a great benefiit…never had to drive around looking for a spot. I would highly recommend staying at The Perch!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perch was an absolute dream! Amazing access to Acadia, easy access to Bar Harbor with an included parking pass, everything you would possibly need to cook, comfortable beds, beautiful back deck for wildlife viewing, laundry facilities, games, puzzles, cable tv, etc etc. we didn't want to leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean nice home. Great spot for our group (3 couples). Very convenient to town. Quiet setting and lovely views of Cadillac mountain. Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review and for taking good care of our home. We are happy you enjoyed your stay at the Perch, you are welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We cannot say enough great things about our stay. The house is amazing. The view from every window is beautiful. There’s nothing better than drinking coffee and watching deer cross the property early in the morning. The location is perfect because you are close to Bar Harbor and Acadia State Park. The parking pass for Bar Harbor is a huge perk and so convenient. We used it several times during our stay. The host was very responsive and the house was clean and furnished with everything that you need for a vacation. I highly recommend this property. My entire family loved staying in this home. It’s beautiful and was the best park of our vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beyond our expectations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review and for taking good care of our home! You are welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an incredible home! Everything was simply top quality - from the Chef’s kitchen, to the views, location close to town yet private and quiet and next to a golf course, the ultra comfortable bedding, furnishings, and decor. We couldn’t have been happier. If you’re looking for a ultra high end luxury vacation in beautiful Acadia National Park, this is your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review. If there was anything that would have made your stay better, please reach out to us. We know this may be the only trip most of our guests make to Acadia, so we want to make sure they have the best possible visit. We have added and made changes off feedback and try to improve. Sometimes it was due to our visits to other rentals. A visit to a house this spring and their awful pillows is why we have all new Coop and Sahara nights pillows on all the beds - as I felt the pillows we had were not good enough. We sleep on the same mattresses and pillows in our house in Carrabassett Valley as our guests (and us) do at the perch…so anything that you were missing on your visit - please let us know! Al and Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a fantastic location. We had absolutely everything we needed for our stay. I cannot recommend this place enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really nice house and in a great location, just minutes from downtown Bar Harbor and an easy drive to Acadia Park. You can access some of the park trails by walking (host gives great directions on where to go) which is nice. The house is private and quiet, tucked into a small neighborhood and the lot is wooded. We loved how clean the house was and how everything in it was top of the line-high quality dishes, furnishings, appliances, etc. Master bed was very comfortable. Host communication was great. Couple things to note-you can walk to town but you'd have to walk on the side of the road, so we just drove in and used the parking pass which as others have said, was a definite bonus. Also the main level has a large kitchen/great room and one bedroom/bath, while the others 3 BRs are on the lower level. Just an FYI on the layout, there is an elevator for those who would need it. This felt more like staying in a nice home versus a vacation rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location to bar harbor was perfect AND you had a oarking oass to a central location in town which was huuuge!Location to Acadia was perfect.The residence was easily top 3 of vrbos weve used in varied locations throughout the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

We couldn’t have asked for a better place. Beautifully decorated, amazing location, fantastic amenities. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2021
Talia, We are glad you loved our house and had a great trip. We look forward to seeing you next year. Thank You, Al and Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

We loved the home and location. Acadia park was beautiful
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2024
Hi Julie and family, Thank you for your review and lovely note, which we enjoyed reading. We are happy you had a great time visiting the island and that you loved our house. Take Care, Al and Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, well appointed home with excellent proximity to downtown Bar Harbor and various hiking tr

We loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2021
Thank you for your review. We enjoyed having you and are glad you enjoyed stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this beautiful home with gorgeous views! It was a great location, conveniently located to Acadia and town! The house included a downtown parking pass, which was very helpful! It was very well stocked from the kitchen with cooking supplies to the bathrooms with nice towels and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2025
Gretchen, Thank you for your review. We are happy you had a great stay and enjoyed the island! -Al and Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is perfectly located for a trip to Bar Harbor and Acadia National parks. Every convenience was thought of and available for our family. The parking pass in Bar Harbor was especially useful as we enjoyed dinner and shopping most evenings. The home was very clean and comfortable with so many extra amenities. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Jill, We are happy you enjoyed our home and had a great stay on the island we love. Thank you for your great review. Al and Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perch

Beautiful all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

We had an absolute amazing time in Acadia, whale watching, sailing, and exploring Bar Harbor. The house was beautiful and even more than what the pictures portrayed. It provided an excellent. view of wildlife (deer & turkeys) and the stars above while enjoying a glass of wine. I cannot wait to come back to Bar Harbor and The Perch!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2022
Lisa, thank you for your wonderful review. We would love to have you stay again next year. Al and Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family making memories

This trip had three generations of family members exploring Acadia from hiking, whale watching, to a plane ride seeing all the islands and lighthouses. We enjoyed the home sitting on the deck in the morning to playing board games in the evening. We were so busy we never turned on the televisions! A special time to make lasting memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Thank you for your great review and for taking such good care of our house. This sounds like the perfect Acadia vacation - one where the TV never comes on. We are glad you enjoyed our special spot and are here if you want to return in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommend The Perch

The Perch is exactly as described and pictured. It’s very spacious and comfortable and has a beautiful view of Cadillac Mountain. It’s also very well stocked with cookware, spices, bath products and headlamps for night hiking. The parking pass is a great perk! Al and Kathy also gave suggestions of trail heads, restaurants and shops. Very helpful! They are great hosts and are quick to respond back. Thank you for sharing such an amazing place!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Picture Perfect Perch

Such a gorgeous, well designed and beautifully decorated home. All the amenities... I appreciated the little luxurious extras like a fully stocked spice drawer, a Vitamix blender and Cutco knives. The setting is blissful. There is also an elevator to transport your luggage up and down the stairs! The owner and property manager were very attentive. You couldn't find a better location to enjoy Acadia in luxury, with all the comforts of home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2021
Hi Tamara, We are happy you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your detailed review! It was great talking to you and we hope to see you again! - Al and Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this well appointed inviting home. The great room and other accommodations all have fantastic views of the mountains and golf course. The proximity to town and the Cottage street parking pass are added perks. The property manager “C” was very accommodating for suggestions and questions we had about the house and area restaurants. The warmth and comfort The Perch provided would invite us to book another visit to the Bar Harbor area. If hiking is not your thing there are books, games and artwork in the house that will entertain you if you like. Five Stars all around!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Epic Family Vacation Spot

This is the 5th large house rental our family has done over the last 6 years. We have done them in various locations, from the Great Smokey Mountains to beach's in Florida. This is by far the nicest home of them all. From the spacious living spaces, to the unreal views of Kebo, Dorr and Cadillac Mountains and best of all, walking distance to Acadia trails and downtown Bar Harbor. The home and location truly offer something for everyone. Upon arrival, kids and adults roamed the house in awe of the beautiful spaces. Our 6 year old stated "I could live here" and we all agreed! As luxurious as it is, we felt like guests in someone's home and not just renters. Our family had an incredible vacation thanks to the hosts recommendations, which were all spot on. Favorite hikes included the gorge (without kids) and Flying Mountain (with kids). Get your family up to The Perch and enjoy memories that will last a lifetime.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2021
Jeff, Thank you for your review. We are glad you had a great time at our house, that you went on some of our favorite hikes and you loved the house. Thank You, Al and Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect vacation house

Having had bad experiences with house rentals in the past, in particular one that we were supposed to stay in through Vacasa but fell through due to its dilapidated and filthy condition, this house almost made up for all of it (except for the lost time). It was immaculately clean, stunning in its decor and furnishings, and every detail was thought of, including all the cleaning and cooking supplies that one might need. In addition, the house manager was amazing - after he found out about the awful start to our vacation, he left us goodies (a bottle of wine and a bottle of fancy maple syrup) on the kitchen island to welcome us. We were lucky to find this house after moving from one hotel room to another for the first three days of our trip. It was a lot more than we planned to spend for a rental but it was worth every penny.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
Peter - thank you for your great review. We are glad we were able to turn your vacation around after a bad start and would love for you to visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible home, fabulous location!

The Perch exceeded our expectations in every way! We traveled up to Bar Harbor with my in-laws for a 4-day stay, and I can hands-down say the trip wouldn’t have been nearly as enjoyable, peaceful, or fulfilling if we had stayed anywhere else. The house is somehow even better than the pictures. Every detail is thoughtfully curated and of great quality. The art, the furniture, even the books on the shelves (!) make the place feel like a small Bar Harbor resort. C, the property manager, had great communication and gave excellent recommendations. After reading through several cookbooks available in the kitchen, we felt inspired to cook a New England meal using the fully-stocked kitchen (seriously, the best stocked kitchen I’ve ever seen in a rental house). I texted C to get recommendations for buying fresh, local seafood, and he responded near instantly with some fabulous markets just around the corner from the house. Other pros: 1) the parking pass for downtown bar harbor is a LIFE-SAVER. Seriously, this is an INCREDIBLE perk, as finding parking downtown is really difficult when it’s busy. The designated parking spot is really close to the main strip and easy to find. Made going into town much, much more accessible 2) wild blueberry picking available and encouraged right on the property 3) night-sky community allowed us to get a spectacular view of the Perseid meteor shower right on the back deck of the house 4) access to Acadia trails right from the property
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review. We have worked hard to make the house a happy place with everything needed to enjoy your stay. With the parking issue in town, we decided to add the parking pass this year to make the visit more enjoyable - so we are glad to hear it is being used and appreciated. Thank you for staying at the Perch. We hope you return to visit us again!
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