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Secluded Cabin minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5650 sq ft
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Bar Harbor, ME
- Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf19 min walk
- Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center4 min drive
- Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching10 min drive
- Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Secluded Cabin minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.
Location:
The Pines is located on the north coast of Mount Desert Island overlooking Frenchman Bay. The cabin is just 7 minutes (2.5 miles) from the Acadia National Park Visitor Center and 13 minutes (5 miles) from Bar Harbor. There are fun and safe bicycle routes to both the park and town.
This secluded cabin is nestled among pine trees and is about 150 yards from the communal cliffside deck with a picnic table overlooking the bay. From here, you can enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets, watch lobster boats working the bay in the morning, and often see seabirds diving for fish. On occasion, guests spot dolphins or seals in the bay, and sometimes even a bald eagle passing overhead. It’s a perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, relax with a glass of wine in the evening, or have a peaceful picnic lunch while taking in the view.
The cabin itself features a wall of large windows across the front, bringing in beautiful natural light and connecting you to the surrounding woods and coastal setting.
A Note About the Cabin (Important):
The Pines is a rustic, uninsulated cabin. If it gets chilly outside, it will get chilly inside by morning. The wood stove provides excellent heat, and we also supply two space heaters and electric blankets to keep you comfortable.
The Cabin & Amenities:
- A large living area with kitchen (stove/oven, refrigerator, sink)
- Eating area and sitting area with a wood stove
- Two bedrooms, sleeping up to five guests
- Master bedroom: Queen bed
- Second bedroom: Twin-over-queen bunk bed
- WiFi and a TV for streaming from your devices
- Large covered porch for relaxing
- Charcoal grill
- Parking next to the cabin
Why Stay With Us:
This is a peaceful and quiet retreat. We’ve been renting The Pines and its sister cabin, The Guest House, for over 40 years, and many of our guests have been returning year after year. People come back for the tranquility, the natural beauty, and the simple joy of this special place.
It’s an ideal spot for couples or families, and pets are welcome. As pet owners ourselves, we understand how important it is to bring them along.
Rental Details:
- Rentals are Saturday to Saturday
- The property also includes a second cabin about 100 yards downhill and a house another 50 yards beyond that.
Beach Access Notice (Very Important):
The stairs to the beach were destroyed by storms in 2023, and there is currently no direct beach access. The cliffs, views, decks, and overlooks remain fully accessible and just as beautiful.
The Pines has a sister cabin on the property, The Guest House (VRBO #887888) and the Baycliff Cottage (VRBO# 1678236).
Bar Harbor Lic#: VR2R26-084
The Pines is located on the north coast of Mount Desert Island overlooking Frenchman Bay. The cabin is just 7 minutes (2.5 miles) from the Acadia National Park Visitor Center and 13 minutes (5 miles) from Bar Harbor. There are fun and safe bicycle routes to both the park and town.
This secluded cabin is nestled among pine trees and is about 150 yards from the communal cliffside deck with a picnic table overlooking the bay. From here, you can enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets, watch lobster boats working the bay in the morning, and often see seabirds diving for fish. On occasion, guests spot dolphins or seals in the bay, and sometimes even a bald eagle passing overhead. It’s a perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, relax with a glass of wine in the evening, or have a peaceful picnic lunch while taking in the view.
The cabin itself features a wall of large windows across the front, bringing in beautiful natural light and connecting you to the surrounding woods and coastal setting.
A Note About the Cabin (Important):
The Pines is a rustic, uninsulated cabin. If it gets chilly outside, it will get chilly inside by morning. The wood stove provides excellent heat, and we also supply two space heaters and electric blankets to keep you comfortable.
The Cabin & Amenities:
- A large living area with kitchen (stove/oven, refrigerator, sink)
- Eating area and sitting area with a wood stove
- Two bedrooms, sleeping up to five guests
- Master bedroom: Queen bed
- Second bedroom: Twin-over-queen bunk bed
- WiFi and a TV for streaming from your devices
- Large covered porch for relaxing
- Charcoal grill
- Parking next to the cabin
Why Stay With Us:
This is a peaceful and quiet retreat. We’ve been renting The Pines and its sister cabin, The Guest House, for over 40 years, and many of our guests have been returning year after year. People come back for the tranquility, the natural beauty, and the simple joy of this special place.
It’s an ideal spot for couples or families, and pets are welcome. As pet owners ourselves, we understand how important it is to bring them along.
Rental Details:
- Rentals are Saturday to Saturday
- The property also includes a second cabin about 100 yards downhill and a house another 50 yards beyond that.
Beach Access Notice (Very Important):
The stairs to the beach were destroyed by storms in 2023, and there is currently no direct beach access. The cliffs, views, decks, and overlooks remain fully accessible and just as beautiful.
The Pines has a sister cabin on the property, The Guest House (VRBO #887888) and the Baycliff Cottage (VRBO# 1678236).
Bar Harbor Lic#: VR2R26-084
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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 and cats (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bar Harbor
Located in Bar Harbor, this cabin 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.

Bar Harbor, ME
What's nearby
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
- Acadia National Park - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 19 min drive - 14.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - 3 min drive
- Stewman's Lobster Pound - 10 min drive
- Geddy's - 10 min drive
- Aloha - 9 min drive
- La Bella Vita - Harborside Hotel - 10 min drive
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Reviews
9.4
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9.8/10
Check-in
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Communication
10/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
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24 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linda L.
11 Oct, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
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16 Jun, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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19 May, 2025
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Kathy P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
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1 Oct, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Doug R.
20 Oct, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay and Host
Doug R.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Amy J.
19 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bar harbor the best
Amy J.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jane W.
31 Oct, 2025
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Jane W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rae B.
20 Oct, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage close to Bar Harbor!
Rae B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
abby e.
13 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
abby e.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Glenn M.
17 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A great cabin in the woods on MDI!
Glenn M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Lorie H.
23 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Lorie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judith L.
21 Jul, 2024
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Judith L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacob k.
24 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin in the pines
Jacob k.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Justin S.
21 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good spot, good price
Justin S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deb & Bernie J.
29 Sept, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic Maine cabin
Deb & Bernie J.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Ray W.
23 Oct, 2023
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Ray W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dave K.
15 Aug, 2021
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Les C.
14 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good location
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Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cherie H.
11 Jun, 2022
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Cherie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jerilyn B.
2 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good value on Mount Dessert Island. d
Jerilyn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
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26 Jun, 2024
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Wonderful Vacation!
Malissa M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
lisa b.
25 Jun, 2019
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Lovely cottage
lisa b.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Bill P.
17 Sept, 2022
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About the host
Hosted by Kevin Nealon
My mom and dad started vacationing at Baycliff over 50 years ago. At that time we’d drive up from New Jersey (Metuchen, exit 10) and spend two weeks. I remember going deep sea fishing, hiking, sight seeing and all the other touristy things. Though I think my favorite activity was skipping rocks into the sea. Not that easy with waves and wind. In 1973 the property went up for sale and my dad immediately purchased it. Then we started staying a month at a time in the main house, which, back then, wasn’t much larger than the cabins. One year we brought up all seven of our cats and a raccoon that I was fostering! We’ve been renting the two cabins for over 40 years now years now. The above picture is myself, my two daughters and my mom, who has been taking care of the cabins during the summer. Mt. Desert Island features may attractions. If you ride a bicycle, the carriage roads are amazing! If you like to hike, the hiking trails are amazing! If you like to bird, we have humming birds and warblers! There are also some very good restaurants in Bar Harbor and elsewhere on the island. This really is a wonderful place.
Why they chose this property
Baycliff will destress you. I don’t know if it’s the quiet, the ocean, the cool clean air, the wind through the trees or the sounds of nature, but it will relax you.
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