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Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage

Cottage in Bar Harbor with kitchen and patio

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Front of Cottage
Living room
Living room
Living room
living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Cabin Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage

WINTER SPECIAL . Book for 3 nights and we will make it 4 when you book . SIMPLE !
November 1 to April 15 . THE CABIN BEDROOM IS CLOSE DURING THE WINTER until mid April . There is a full Futon in the living room of the cottage. And a queen bed in the loft.

This charming rustic cottage is a minute walk to a beautiful rocky beach which is 450 ft away . In beautiful Hulls Cove . 3 minutes from the Main Park entrance and visitors center. It is five minutes to downtown Bar Harbor . It is a five minute walk to the free shuttle (The Island Explorer) Far Niente is peaceful and quiet. It has a lovely deck surrounded by pines where you can relax and have a barbeque after your day in the Park. Far Niente (which means 'to do nothing') comes equipped with all amenities. Far Niente is a beautiful cottage in the woods , and yes we do have an occasional insect visitor .
The cabin bedroom is 5 steps away from the main Cottage . Giving total privacy for 2 couples . A rustic all wood Cabin . Like luxury camping .

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Small, non-shedding well behaved dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
You can just leave the keys on the butcher block. You don’t need to lock the front door.
Please put whatever towels you have used put them in the washer, put the washer on quick cycle, add detergent, add liquid fabric softener, and start before you leave.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
From November 1 to May 1 the Cabin Bedroom is closed . There is a Full Futon in the living room . Call for shorter stays

Important information

You need to know

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 VR2R23-009

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Acadia National Park. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 18 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Stewman's Lobster Pound - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Geddy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Aloha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Bella Vita - Harborside Hotel - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Acadia National Park and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 205 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is wonderful - cozy and charming, especially with the beautiful layer of snow! The mattress in the loft is very comfortable. The host was very accommodating, kind and very helpful. Amazing host and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Perfect location! Great host!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage, very cozy. Kitchen was great, we mostly cooked our own meals during our stay. We loved our time here!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K. R.

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

Acadia cabin

Excellent place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I enjoyed our visit to this cozy cabin with our dog on our first visit to Mt. Desert Island. It was full of detail and charm. It felt like the perfect size for a couple's getaway. The dog really enjoyed sleeping by the gas fire place as well. It met our needs for the week and very conveniently located as we hiked throughout the island. We also enjoyed having a little distance from the touristy bar harbor. Thank you John!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and has thoughtful touches throughout. The host is super responsive and helpful. What a great location tucked away quietly in the woods but with easy access to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Definitely hope to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, well appointed cottage located close to bar harbor and Acadia. Host with the most.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Great place

Fine house, good host, very close to Acadia National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette M.

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

Perfect location, secluded outdoor space

Had a wonderful stay at this cottage. Perfectly located near Hulls Cove, close to Pirates Cove, a short walk to the ocean, and quick drive to downtown Bar Harbor. Especially loved the seated area for reading, and the private outdoor space and separate back bedroom. Perfect breeze at night!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara R.

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

Anniversary trip

Great location and accommodations. Super helpful, friendly and knowledgeable host who offered great recommendations for dining and hiking.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel S.

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

Beautiful spot!

Super cozy space, excellent location just a short drive from Bar Harbor. Appreciated the fenced in yard for our dog, and the guitar since we were there to make some music. :)We can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale R.

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

Great place

Great place for a long weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem of a property, quiet wooded setting yet close to hiking and biking and in-town fun.The nicest host. Who makes it easy to feel immediately relaxed and at home. A true escape, beds so comfortable, decor so inviting. Like being at a summer camp for adults. With an excellent well-resourced kitchen too!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most perfect vacation! This house and host are wonderful. John has thought of everything and the charm abounds! The location is perfect, close enough to Bar Harbor center but far enough away to have some peace and quiet. The short walk to the water is beautiful. We highly recommend this property!
We had breakfast on the deck every morning.
So charming!
Just a short walk from the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey D.

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

Family vacation in Acadia

Our stay at the cottage was perfect and made our vacation to Acadia wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler L.

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

Adorable cottage and attentive host

The cottage was a great time for my partner and I. We wanted a relaxing getaway for our anniversary and this place provided just that! Very close to Bar Harbor and fairly easy to navigate the area. John stayed in touch and truly showed that he wanted us to have a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen S.

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

Wonderful cottage

My husband, dog and I had a wonderful stay in Bar Harbor. The property was in a great location, in a beautiful setting and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brewster T.

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

Great little spot!

We had an amazing weekend up in Bar Harbor staying here! Very convenient to get everywhere and a very cozy little spot to stay and hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

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

Amazing!

Property is beautiful and the owner John - 5 stars for his communication and hospitality. I highly recommend this property. Great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack Y.

Great Location

Amazing location that was super close to Bar Harbors town center. A very clean and quaint cottage that was worth stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our expectations were high, and the place was even more charming than we expected. The cottage was extremely clean and comfortable, beautifully designed and decorated. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the tools we needed from making our morning coffee to cooking a lobster dinner. Although it is close to town, the dense woods made it feel cozy and secluded. The host was incredibly thoughtful, and always available to answer questions. This was a unique property, and we are hoping to come back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Wonder visit

Perfectly located from Acadia trails and Bar Harbor!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill D., Merrimac MA

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

Great place to stay

We had a great week at John’s cottage. It is centrally located and just perfect! Would recommend staying here! Thanks for a great get away John
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick E.

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

Love area, too to everything

We had a blast, place very nice and very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

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

Great cottage

We loved this cozy spot, not too far from Bar Harbor and fireplace was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Kurgan

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I live here and I am 5 minutes away should you need anything . I take great care of my guest . It’s like having a live in concierge . A phone call away .207-610-3789

Why they chose this property

If you are looking for a cozy rustic cottage, near Bar Harbor and close to the ocean, Far Niente is the perfect choice. This charming little cottage with a loft bedroom, a gas wood stove, deck and the Cabin Bedroom affords some quiet, private time in a wooded neighborhood to finish your busy day, biking on the carriage trails or hiking in the Park. Close to Bar Harbor, you can still be in town quickly but enjoy the respite of not being right in town. And we do not charge a cleaning fee .

What makes this property unique

It’s enchanting !

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