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Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor

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A two-story building with a porch, a small staircase, and a sign that reads "Rock's Corner".
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a window with a lace curtain, a quilted headboard, and a wooden floor.
A living room with a television, a blue door, a fireplace, and a view to the outside.
A residential backyard with a patio, a barbecue grill, and a small tree.
A hallway with a white door featuring a stained glass window, a wooden door frame, and a doormat with a ship's wheel design.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Criterion Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor

Rocko's Cottage is located on a side street in the downtown area of the beautiful island town of Bar Harbor. We are pet friendly for your well mannered four legged friends. Rocko was actually our 7 lb Dorkie. (Dachshund/Yorkie)

You will be within walking distance of over 25 restaurants ranging from fine dining to family fare. Bicycle rentals, kayaking trips, and unique shops galore are all just minutes away from your front door and yes we can tell you which of these places welcome pets. Walk the shore path or across a natural sand bar (actually a glacial deposit) to visit beautiful Bar Island. Never have to worry about parking your car or enjoying a cocktail and then driving.

Rocko's Cottage was built in 2005 and is tastefully and comfortably furnished. You will find everything that you need to enjoy your stay. The kitchen is equipped with all the necessities of life, and the linens are all in good condition. The open floor plan actually makes our cottage appear much larger inside. It must be noted that the bathroom does not have a tub but does have a nice 4 ft. shower and for your convenience there is a stackable washer and dryer. This is a great house and location for people that travel with pets or just one or two couples or a small family that want to stay in the heart of town. Once you visit us you will be sure to return again and again.

We, the owners, live locally and we are always only a phone call away if there is a problem. Welcome to our home and enjoy your stay....



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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 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
2under20lbs each or1 up to 50 lbs.Must be approved
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not allow smoking anywhere on our property.
Pets must be noted when booking and pre- approved by owner of Cottage. 2 under 25lbs or 1 under 50lbs. You may always request an exception.
Prior to departure all used dishes and cookware should be washed and put away, all trash should be bagged and placed in outdoor garbage container.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VR1R26-022
Property # 232330vb
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Downtown Bar Harbor, a neighbourhood in Bar Harbor. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Village Green - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Agamont Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Criterion Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor located?

Located in Downtown Bar Harbor, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bar Harbor Historical Society and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Acadia National Park is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

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. 195 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 199 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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
We loved this sweet little cottage in the heart of Bar Harbor - so easy to walk to restaurants, shops, and shuttles into the park. Our hosts thoughtfully provided all the "extras" that helped us (and our pet) feel right at home. We look forward to our next visit to Bar Harbor and another stay at Rocko's Cottage!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept, 2026
Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us. We are happy that you enjoyed your time at The Cottage and look forward to seeing you again sometime in the future. Lisa.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. Perfect for our family of 4 plus a dog. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2026
Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We are happy you and your family enjoyed your vacation. Lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a family of 4 with a dog. We were walking distance to downtown Bar Harbor and a short drive (or jog!) to Acadia National Park. The neighborhood is very quiet despite the proximity to town. The cottage is very cute, adequately furnished/supplied and well-maintained. Lisa is an excellent host and we hope to stay here again in the future on our next Acadia adventure!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2026
Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for the great review. We are glad you enjoyed your visit and hope to see you again in the future. Lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean cottage with an extremely well equipped kitchen. Location wise, it’s super handy for walking along the shore path and into Bar Harbor, yet it’s on a quiet street away from the hustle and bustle. We’re always very grateful when hosts welcome our dog, and they provided a list of dog friendly restaurants, most of which we ate at. If we return to Bar Harbor we would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2026
Thank you for choosing Rocko’s Cottage for your stay in Bar Harbor. You were wonderful guests and we would be happy to welcome you back any time. Lisa and Rick.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rockos cottage was great. The location was perfect.Comfortable and clean.Looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2026
Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We are glad you enjoyed your time here and look forward to welcoming you again. Lisa and Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Rocko’s cottage! Very clean, comfortable and had everything we could have wanted! The location is great - we could leave the car parked and walk about Bar Harbor. Lisa and Rick are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful trip to Bar Harbor. Rocko's Cottage was the perfect place for our family and fur baby. It was clean, very comfortable, and in a great location. Lisa was so nice. We made lots of memories on this trip and have vowed to return often.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2026
So glad to hear you enjoyed your visit to Bar Harbor and we appreciate you staying with us at Rocko’s Cottage. Hope to see you again. Lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - can walk to all Bar Harbor has to offer! Very nice property & Great host.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
Thanks for staying with us again. We love repeat guests. Lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

excellent dog friendly place to stay, property owner was great.

Everything you would want in a dog friendly place to stay and very good location to downtown Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in. Very clean. Helpful hosts. Great location - walking distance to all of Bar Harbor. Well-furnished cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May, 2026
Thanks for staying with us. We hope to see you again sometime. Lisa & Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Great host, perfect location. Had a great stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was a musty odor in the apartment when we check in
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2026
Hi Tom, Rocko’s Cottage is not an apartment but a house. I checked in with you after you arrived and you said how great the house was and how much you enjoyed it. I am not sure where the musty odor comment came from. Lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful. Exceeded expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent location for relaxed holiday; clean and neat with everything we needed including beach towels and well equipped kitchen; perfect for walking into town and along the shore.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2025
Thank you for staying with us. We hope to see you again sometime. Lisa and Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Love our stays in Bar Harbor even more after we found this quiet little gem.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2025
Thanks for staying with us. We hope to see you in the future. Lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay in this well stocked, cozy cottage. The size was adequate for our family of four adults and loved we could bring our pup. King size bed was very comfortable and cottage was very clean. The cottage sits six feet behind the owners home but still plenty of room to park. Host was very responsive. Nice short walk to downtown Bar Harbor and close to Acadia. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2026
We are so glad that you were comfortable and that you enjoyed your visit. Thank for choosing Rocko’s Cottage. Lisa and Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage so close to town. Very comfortable bed and had everything we needed. Very dog friendly!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2025
Thanks for staying with us. Hope to see you again sometime. Lisa and Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This has been by far the best experience I have had. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. The house was wonderful...clean and supplied with everything needed. The location is perfect, we walked most days. Thanks so very much for allowing us to stay in your home. I would highly recommend and stay again should the opportunity arise.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May, 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. You and your mom were wonderful guests and we would be happy to welcome you back anytime. Lisa and Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!!

This was our second time staying here. It is such a great place to stay. So clean, accommodating and close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2023
So happy to see you back this year. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you in the future. Lisa and Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot to visit Acadia and spend time in Bar Harbor

Excellent location, only a few minutes drive from the park and right in town, walking distance to many restaurants, shops and the water front in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Rocko's Cottage. We hope to see you again in the future. Lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Easy walk to everything Bar Harbor.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
So glad to welcome you back this year and I see you have already booked for next year. Have a great winter. Lisa& Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We Enjoyed Our Stay

Clean, comfortable, and convenient.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house is perfectly appointed with a full kitchen, upgraded appliances, thoughtful additions of spices, every pan you could need, beautiful linens and fluffy towels, motorized recliners and a large kitchen table. The location is perfect - just a block behind the Grand Hotel- but on a quiet street so we could sleep with the windows open for cool Maine air. Regrettably, we didn’t have occasion to use the gas fireplace but did use the whisper-quiet AC. The hosts even provided laundry detergent and fabric softener sheets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Stay

Great little cottage in a great location. Lisa was a pleasure to deal with too.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Elisa M DeMuro

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Lisa and Rick, the owners of Rocko's Cottage, live and work in Bar Harbor. Lisa works in the hospitality industry and Rick was an engineer at the Jackson Laboratory. and has just recently retired. Lisa has lived in Bar Harbor for over 60 years, she is pictured here with their two dogs, Rocko and Alice.

Why they chose this property

Rocko's Cottage is not a full time vacation rental but our actual home that we have chosen to rent by the week in the summer months.

What makes this property unique

Rocko's Cottage is in a great location. You are downtown in the heart of Bar Harbor and are able to access the free bus system that has its hub located 2 blocks from where you are staying. Restaurants, movie theatres, boat trips are all easily accessible without worrying about parking. You can enjoy your vacation without ever having to use your car.

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