10/10 Excellent
Brian H.
4 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Brian H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Entire home
The North End Of Our Restored Barn
Holiday home in Bar Harbor with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Acadia National Park
- Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
- Place, Cadillac Mountain
- Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Downstairs Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Loft Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Loft Den
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The North End Of Our Restored Barn
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
Our 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 with a comfortable daybed for an additional sleeping option, and a wonderful screened porch for morning coffee, afternoon reading, evening conversations, and a quiet meal any time of day. We call this half of the barn 'The North Barn'. New kitchen, baths, flooring, heating, air, insulation and all the amenities create the perfectly livable blending of old and new. The North Barn is a special place --cozy, comfortable, elegant and is one of the nicest home-away-from home environments on MDI.
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. 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.
The space
Our 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 with a comfortable daybed for an additional sleeping option, and a wonderful screened porch for morning coffee, afternoon reading, evening conversations, and a quiet meal any time of day. We call this half of the barn 'The North Barn'. New kitchen, baths, flooring, heating, air, insulation and all the amenities create the perfectly livable blending of old and new. The North Barn is a special place --cozy, comfortable, elegant and is one of the nicest home-away-from home environments on MDI.
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. 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.
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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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.
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What's nearby
- Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
- Village Green - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 22 min drive - 20.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shell - 3 min drive
- Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - 8 min drive
- Island Take Out - 3 min drive
- Abel's Lobster - 6 min drive
- Mainely-Meat - 10 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Edward P.
21 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot
Edward P.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
terri d.
8 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acadia
terri d.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Debbie M.
11 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Debbie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristine Q.
6 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way
Kristine Q.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sharon B.
24 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing visit
Sharon B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maureen T.
8 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
Maureen T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Delores S.
12 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
Delores S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mark H.
13 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little place of Paradise
Mark H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dolat B.
3 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing experience
Dolat B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wendy S.
7 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about our stay here!
Wendy S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Darlene S.
14 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darlene S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
mary ann m., Lake Orion, MI.
12 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Awesome
mary ann m.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Curt A.
31 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Anniversary Trip!
Curt A.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brooks D.
30 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Late Summer In Acadia
Brooks D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen B.
22 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Karen B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jim J.
20 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Jim J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stacey K.
12 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Over the top!
Stacey K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathy L.
7 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Kathy L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sharon J.
19 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
vacation perfection
Sharon J.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Thomas S., Puryear, TN
16 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific Place
Thomas S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mark H.
30 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, Comfortable, Memorable
Mark H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brian T.
16 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
Brian T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lisa G.
11 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Town Hill Treasure
Lisa G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
mary G.
1 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are smart you will stay here!
mary G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by Jane 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.
Additionally, the Carriage Roads in Acadia are fantastic for cycling. We have excellent Cannondale bikes to share, along with helmets and racks.
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