10/10 Excellent
Mary S.
26 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Entire home
Charming 3 Bedroom Home, Centrally Located In The Heart Of Acadia National Park.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bar Harbor, ME
- Acadia National Park7 min drive
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center11 min drive
- Cadillac Mountain22 min drive
- Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)10 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming 3 Bedroom Home, Centrally Located In The Heart Of Acadia National Park.
Enjoy your vacation at our 3 bedroom home in a quiet wooded setting. This comfortable home offers a large, fully equipped kitchen for anyone that loves to cook, a spacious dining area and a large living room. The outdoor space has a beautiful covered front porch surrounded by lots of green grass. The large deck has a propane burning fire pit and gas grill. You will be within 10-15 minutes from all 3 main towns located on Mount Desert Island; Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor and Northeast Harbor. This home is also on the Island Explorer bus route which is free and can accommodate bicycles. Reserve today to start planning your memorable vacation on Mount Desert Island.
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Amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet owners are responsible for any damage.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum.
Bar Harbor, ME
What's nearby
- Acadia National Park - 7 min drive - 7.2 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 - 20.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shell - 3 min drive
- Circle K - 14 min drive
- Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - 9 min drive
- Abel's Lobster - 6 min drive
- Jordan's Restaurant - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin A.
24 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Benjamin A.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jackie V.
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jackie V.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joan M.
6 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joan M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Adam W.
20 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adam W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christine F.
19 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christine F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
16 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa K.
19 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melissa K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nathaniel W.
21 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Acadia base camp
Nathaniel W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nathan S.
11 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Access to the Island
Nathan S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dawn S.
16 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet retreat spot
Dawn S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
bethannejones78
3 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jones Family vacation
bethannejones78
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sharon M.
29 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Stay In Bar Harbor
Sharon M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
MJ P.
3 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central
MJ P.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lee C.
12 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location
Lee C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica V.
18 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Jessica V.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathy B., Rockville, MD
10 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our VRBO home while in Bar Harbor
Kathy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
20 Sept, 2017
Very good location close to the park and harbor
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Craig C.
11 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acadia and Bar Harbor
Craig C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dave M.
21 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Dave M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeff D.
30 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, all-around stay.
Jeff D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori B.
9 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation in Maine
Lori B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark B.
25 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt like home
Mark B.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jeff W.
23 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Jeff W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Don A., Powhatan, VA
4 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay, but nice visit.
Don A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by Annette and Jim Dow
We are local residents of Mount Desert Island, going back several generations. I have worked for the local school district for over 25 years and my husband Jim being a full-time year round lobsterman on his boat the F/V Blythe Megan named for our 2 daughters.
Why they chose this property
Our home is located on several acres that goes back 3 generations in my family, the Norwoods, in the village of Town Hill. There are several homes in our neighborhood with the majority still own by my family members.
What makes this property unique
Our home is located on Route 102 off the main highway in a wooded lot. We have a wrap around front porch and deck with lots of seating to enjoy the quiet of the evenings or coffee in the morning.
Languages:
English
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