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Luxury Stay: Acadia Views, direct access to trails, reserved Bar Harbor parking

Holiday home with kitchen, 10-minute walk to Acadia National Park

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 View of Cadillac, Dorr and Kebo from the deck
Chef’s kitchen with a view
Dining table with a great view of Cadillac, Kebo and Dorr peaks seats 8.
Chef's Kitchen, with large island that seats 4. Art by Maine artists is througho
Sitting area in Primary Bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cadillac Mountain
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Office

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Powder Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Primary Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Shared Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Stay: Acadia Views, direct access to trails, reserved Bar Harbor parking

Stay in the Heart of Acadia, safely tucked away on a ridge, with views of the mountains of Acadia National Park. Walk out the door in the morning to the quiet trails, while your friends and family sleep; set your mood; see the morning wildlife, feel the peacefulness of the park before others arrive.

Sleep well - we have all New luxury Aireloom mattresses in all main bedroom for 2024, while the office sofa bed has a new Plushbeds organic latex mattress and Meliusly support board.

Visit the town as the day unwinds, either taking a longer walk into town, or driving in, just 5 minutes to the center of town.

Take a drive on the park loop road from the nearby entrance; or book some time on the Kebo Valley golf course, all easily accessed from this location. When night falls enjoy stargazing from the deck in the darkness of our night sky compliant neighborhood. Close to all the town has to offer, yet far enough away to have privacy and the peacefulness of Acadia.

The Perch is a modern, solar powered, open concept, custom designed house that was completed in the fall of 2020. It is tastefully decorated with local art and quality furnishings. Set on over an acre of land, it is a place to relax, reflect and get in touch with nature. There are unobstructed views of Cadillac, Dorr and Kebo Mountains from all living spaces and decks, with peaks of Champlain and Huguenot Head poking through the trees. The yard has been left natural and is visited daily by deer, turkey and other wildlife.

The Perch was built in one of the best locations on the island, with direct access to everything the island has to offer, yet quietly tucked away next to Acadia in a newly developed exclusive, secluded neighborhood on over an acre of land. Town Green is minutes away, the Great Meadow trailhead just steps away, the Park Loop Road just around the corner, while the ride to the Carriage Trails is easier than biking from town. The entrance to the Cadillac mountain road is also nearby if you have reservations to see the sunrise or sunset, or you can plan out a sunrise hike from the house or the also nearby North Ridge trailhead. Directly bordering Kebo Valley Golf Club, there is no other place on the island closer to the course. A peaceful retreat with none of the noise, traffic and congestion of downtown, you can plan your day with a hike or bike out the door, even before the rest of your group is awake.

Daily hikes from our house are on the Jesup Path, Stratheden, Gorge Path, Kebo Mountain, Homan’s, Emery, Kurt Diederich’s Climb, Ladder Trail and even longer trips to the Top of Cadillac or Champlain Mountains.

All bedrooms and the Great room have views of Cadillac and Dorr Mountains. With 3000 square feet of living space, and two different decks, you will have room to spread out. The primary bedroom is spacious with a private deck, a new (2024) King size Aireloom mattress, en-suite bathroom with large soaker tub and cavernous custom shower. The upstairs bedroom has a new Queen size Aireloom mattress an en-suite bathroom, while the lower guest bedroom has a new Aireloom mattress and office bedroom has a queen size pull out sofabed. The downstairs guest and office bedrooms share a bathroom.. In addition, there is a powder bathroom on the main floor.

Designer “cooks kitchen” has a fast cooking Induction stove and large island. The high ceilings on both floors and single depth of the house provide amazing light and views of the surroundings, while air conditioning and heating throughout guarantee your comfort on both cold and hot days.

While not ADA compliant, 2 story house has an elevator, wide doorways, a level bridge to enter the house and minimal thresholds. It is also a Smart Home that allows voice control of lights and the common area shades. If it is a rainy day or you just want to stay in, there is cable and streaming services on all TVs. There is also an outside infrared gas grill and a microwave tucked away in the island.

We also have worked hard to make sure you have extra towels, linens, soap, spices, condiments – all the things you would expect to have if you were home – including a few emergency items in case you forgot something or are arriving late. We want you to enjoy your time in our home on Mount Desert Island as much as we do.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

No pets allowed
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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
This property uses solar energy
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, a first aid kit 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
Property Registration Number VR2R25-260

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain. Bar Harbor Whale Watching 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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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • West Street Historic District - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Village Green - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 11 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Havana - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Le Brun - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Stay: Acadia Views, direct access to trails, reserved Bar Harbor parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Stay: Acadia Views, direct access to trails, reserved Bar Harbor parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Stay: Acadia Views, direct access to trails, reserved Bar Harbor parking?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Stay: Acadia Views, direct access to trails, reserved Bar Harbor parking located?

Located in the heart of Bar Harbor, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Kebo Valley Golf Club and Acadia National Park. West Street Historic District and Bar Harbor Historical Society are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tsvetomir "C" Nikolov

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We (Kathy and Al) are avid hikers and lovers of the outdoors. While the house does not allow pets, two Border Collies are often in resident and enjoy hikes around Acadia as well as swims at Little Long Pond and in the ocean. Cooking is a passion of Kathy's, as can be seen by the large Cook's kitchen.

We designed and decorated this new modern house in Bar Harbor after vacationing here for many years. Access to hiking trails and Bar Harbor were key consideration in the house location, with the connecting trail in the yard being one of the first things Al built upon occupation. We have daily walks from the yard every morning to start the day.

We are "house people" that owned and restored an old 1686 colonial house in Ipswich, Massachusetts and now live between Bar Harbor and our House in Carrabassett Valley

Why they chose this property

Modern, Spacious house with cook's kitchen, local art throughout, and dramatic views of Cadillac Mountain. One of the best locations on the island, with easy access to everything from the Cadillac Mountain Road to the Carriage trails, hiking, Town and more. Even if you don't want to go anywhere, you can just sit outside on the deck and look at the view! The house has amazing light and views from every room.

Environmentally conscious house has a 19.2 KW Solar system to offset the power usage of all appliances and the heating/cooling of the house and the Chargepoint Level 2 charger (Tesla will need an adapter) if you visit with an electric car.

We want you to enjoy your stay, so we have plenty of extra towels, bed linen, pillows, spices, condiments, quality cookware, soap, shampoo and other amenities you would expect in a luxury rental. Much of the house is decorated with local art, we have many books by local writers, and quality furnishings. We pay attention to the details and are not a house with mismatched plates, cheap beat-up cookware or bad maintenance. This really is our house much of the year - and we believe we have high standards. If there are any issues or additional needs, our property manager will work to resolve them quickly.

What makes this property unique

In-Town pass for our reserved parking spot the GBD lot at 43 Cottage Street between 6AM to 8PM. Elevator. Chargepoint Level 2 EV charger. Large tub in Primary bathroom. Easy access to all parts of island without having to drive through downtown. Acadia Park Loop road is 1/2 mile away. Cadillac mountain summit entrance is one mile away. The town green is 1.5 miles from the house, while the ride to the carriage trails is 2 miles.

Languages:

English, Russian, Romanian

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