The South End Of Our Restored Barn

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

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Bar Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park
‪4 min drive‬
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪10 min drive‬
Cadillac Mountain
‪25 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Single Bed

Loft Den

1 Single Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Loft Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

About this property

Our beautifully restored 160 year-old barn is centrally located on Mt. Desert Island, approximately 15 minutes from the village of Bar Harbor and approximately 10 minutes from the entrance to Acadia National Park via an old farm road, aptly named 'The Crooked Road'.

The space
The 160 year-old barn once served as the livery stable for Town Hill, a one-time farming community which is in the township of Bar Harbor. We've converted the stable into two beautifully appointed apartments -- there's no other place quite like this on Mt. Desert. Soaring ceilings, hand hewn beams, cozy bedrooms, new kitchen and baths, loft space for tv and reading. We call this half of the barn 'The South Barn'. It's well-appointed and comfortable....and the baths and kitchen are brand new. The original ceiling and beams are smiling from all the love and attention! New kitchen, baths, flooring, heating, air, insulation and all the amenities create the perfectly livable blending of old and new. It's cozy, comfortable and well-appointed. The South Barn is truly a wonderful home-away-from-home and the perfect jumping off place to explore Mt. Desert Island.

Guest access
Our guests are welcomed to borrow our bikes, helmets, water bottles and bike rack for wonderful rides on the carriage roads in Acadia National Park. Feel free to wash a load of clothes in our laundry room. We'll make sure you have maps and guidebooks for use while you're visiting, and steer you towards our favorite hikes, bike rides, swimming spots, tours and restaurants.

Other things to note
Because we're at the intersection of three Island roads, our location is great for exploring the Island. Acadia NP, Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor and the 'Quiet Side' of MDI are all close by. Be prepared for summer traffic! Our once-quiet farm road is now a busy thorough-fare that runs from one end of the island to the other.

An Island bus service, supported by L.L. Bean, stops just across the road and provides free service into Bar Harbor and throughout the national park.

Bangor International Airport is 45 miles away -- approximately an hour's drive. The regional airport, Hancock County/Bar Harbor, is approximately 2 miles from our house and barn., public transport.

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Paul Weathersby

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

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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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
Village Green - 15 min drive - 13.0 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 16 min drive - 16.2 km
Cadillac Mountain - 25 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shell - ‬3 min drive
‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
‪Lunt's Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive
‪Mainely Meat Bar-B-Que Dreamwood Hill - ‬10 min drive
‪Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in at The South End Of Our Restored Barn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The South End Of Our Restored Barn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The South End Of Our Restored Barn located?

Situated in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is steps from Atlantic Brewing Company and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Thompson Island Information Center and Acadia Repertory Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

janis l.

17 Nov, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property, good location, well stocked and host very welcoming.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

10 Jul, 2024

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

What a Town Hill treasure!

This is a perfect base for exploring Acadia and Bar Harbor. Our hosts are so helpful and have provided everything a vacationer could want. Across the street is a terrific market, outside beer garden, and pizza. The welcome treats were an added bonus!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

19 May, 2024

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

Fantastic!

We were soooo pleased with this rental. A beautifully restored barn with so much character. Rustic. Loved the new kitchen and bathrooms!! The owners greeted us when we arrived. Very responsive to our needs, as well. We would stay here again, again, and again!!! Highly recommend. Also very close to Bar Harbor and entrance to Acadia.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay

9 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

The owners are lovely and the property is wonderful . It’s an old barn that has been beautifully renovated. The hosts are incredibly gracious and take time and care to be welcoming make the stay comfortable. A quieter stay 10 min from the busy Bar Harbor. We will DEFINITELY plan to stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

7 Oct, 2023

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

Beautiful property

The weather was wet (Hurricane Lee arrived) and there were beautiful, glorious days. Paul and Jane were the perfect hosts and even stocked the refrigerator with things they thought we could use so we didn't need to grocery shop with our late arrival. The accommodations were clean and cool. Paul had even developed a map of Acadia National Park and ranked it's trails according to skill level. Just a gorgeous place. It's somewhere I would go again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

3 May, 2023

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

Wonderful place

The South Barn was exceptional in so many ways. The hosts, Jane and Paul were top notch. The place was immaculately clean. There were so many extras like maps, coffee, snacks, yogurt and more. They made sure we were comfortable and helped us with hikes and other suggestions. This is a gem if you are looking to stay close to Acadia NP.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn T.

12 Oct, 2022

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

Charming and cozy

WOW! This was a most delightful stay. Our hosts were gracious, with breakfast food, snacks and a few refreshments already stocked in the kitchen. The space is fabulous and very comfortable. We spent our evenings gathered in the loft to share our favorite pictures of Acadia Park. The location is great for seeing Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Thank you Jane and Paul.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

6 Sept, 2022

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

Wonderful people wonderful place

Beautiful property with exceptional attention to detail throughout. The owners are helpful but not intrusive. Located away from the Bar Harbor crowds, but an easy trip to town when desired. Nothing but good things to say about our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

PAUL B.

15 Jul, 2022

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

Near Acadia and Bar Harbor.

Great location. Good for 4-5 people. Owners live nearby and are very helpful.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

11 Jun, 2022

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

One of the Best

This was one of the overall best property we’ve stayed at over the years. The restored barn was charming and the property was immaculately clean. The hosts greeted us with a welcome basket and provided many helpful tips with hiking trails at the park and good restaurant recommendations. The location was close to Acadia park and other attractions and the street noise didn’t bother us. I highly recommend this property.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

17 Oct, 2021

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

Excellent place and hosts were so accommodating!

The restored barn is beautiful and very well equipped. We were so pleased with our stay we decided to come back again next year. Paul and Jane were great hosts!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Reba S., Brooklyn, NY, USA

2 Aug, 2021

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

Perfect long weekend in Maine

Coming to Bar Harbor for a family wedding we found the south end of the barn to be a perfect home base. Beautifully restored and decorated, it had everything we needed as well as the perfect hosts. Comfortable, clean, charming, with a well supplied kitchen, the barn is even better than the pictures show. We hope to return and spend more time in Maine.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Willis H.

18 Jul, 2021

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

Great Location, Great Apartment

This converted-barn apartment is very nice and is very convenient to both downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia. With two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a loft, it was perfect for my family of five. Paul and Jane were very helpful hosts, providing really detailed hiking maps and suggestions, which were super useful in our days in Acadia. The only two drawbacks are that the walls within the barn apartment are pretty thin, so there's not a lot of privacy between the rooms. Also, the road it is on is pretty busy, and you hear noise from that in the apartment. Neither of these were major issues for my family. Overall, we very much enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this property!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah L.

30 Jun, 2021

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

Perfect home-base for Acadia visit

My family and I had the privilege of staying at the South Barn during our recent visit to Acadia National Park. The rental was exactly as described and photographed. It was meticulously clean and every detail was thought out to make our stay most enjoyable. The hosts do a wonderful job providing suggestions for the park including maps, and a detailed list of possible hikes. We found two of our most favorite hikes on that list! A few of our family members also utilized the bikes provided for the carriage roads! We highly recommend a stay at the South Barn, you won’t regret it!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John B.

16 Nov, 2020

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

Paul and Jane are the greatest the place was exceptional.

My wife and I been renting vacation homes from Vrbo for 10 plus years this has to be the best place ever. It was about 10-15 min to Bar Harbor and Acadia easy to get to, the hosts Paul an Jane are the nicest people. The give us all kinds of info on where to go and places to visit. The remodeled carriage house they renovated was picture perfect impeccably clean and very comfortable. Like I said it was the nicest place I ever stayed at.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A., Branford, Ct

24 Jul, 2020

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

Bar Harbor

Omg. What a beautiful place. Clean and modern. Beds comfortable and Jane was awesome. Weather was beautiful and Maine has zero cases of the virus in this area. I will stay again ! If you rent this unit there is no washer and dryer so prepare accordingly!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

3 Jul, 2020

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

Spectacular stay . . . if only I could keep it for myself.

Paul and Jane's property is outstanding. We staying in the South Barn which was an architectural dream with modern finishing and was spotlessly clean. The 100+ y/o barn was refurbished by Paul himself who also provided us with a list of his favorite hikes, color coordinated with a map. They also set us up with excellent condition bikes and a bike rack for our car and sent us out on their favorite carriage routes. The barn itself is so comfortable, we were two people, but this would be a great setup for four. Fresh white towels, comfortable beds, a basket of goodies (PB&J, bread, granola, snack bars and granola) and a fridge with some yogurt, juice, beer and milk. Paul and Jane are naturally gifted hosts who put tons of effort into subtle details that make their guests feel truly taken care of. The ONLY downside here is the barn/property is situated on a pretty busy street that has a lot of traffic which mostly is not a bother expect perhaps in the early morning if you're a light sleeper. Not a dealbreaker, have the cars wake you up, make a pot of coffee with the provided Starbucks and get out and experience all the goodness of MDI. We can't wait to return!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Paul Weathersby

When I was in college I worked in Acadia National Park in the summers. After I graduated, I stayed and worked on the Island for a number of years before moving back to Atlanta. Of course, I always wanted to come back to Mt. Desert Island, but my career, my husband's business, our children, elderly parents -- all those very important things came first. When the opportunity to move popped up, my husband, Paul, and I jumped at the chance. We both grew up in large, Southern families. Guests from all over the neighborhood -- and all over the world -- were often at our dining tables. We multiplied that happy energy in our Atlanta home. When we decided to move to Maine, we knew we wanted to infuse our new place with a similar upbeat vibe. We also wanted to create a special place for people coming to experience the Maine Coast and Acadia National Park. So here we are, living our best life, enjoying old friends and making new ones, meeting amazing people and working hard everyday to provide an extraordinary guest experience for everyone who stays with us.

Why they chose this property

Our old, timber frame house was built in 1847. The barn was built sometime before 1850 and served as the Livery Stable for this end of Mt. Desert Island which was primarily a farming community for a couple of hundred years. Paul has spent his career designing and building homes, and he gets all the credit for saving the barn -- which was falling in -- re-designing it, and creating two beautiful apartments within. He also renovated our house and tucked a cozy Suite Under the Eaves for guests.

What makes this property unique

The hiking in Acadia National Park is some of the best in the U.S. It's fun. It's accessible and the views are spectacular. Paul has put together a great guide to his favorite hikes in Acadia, and he's marked a trail map as a companion to the guide. Our guests love it!

Additionally, the Carriage Roads in Acadia are fantastic for cycling. We have excellent Cannondale bikes to share, along with helmets and racks.