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Experience the charm of yesteryear with modern comforts at this village retreat. Stroll through the English garden, savor outdoor dining, and unwind by the fireplace in a spacious living room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location!

All the charm of yesteryear with the comfort of the 21st century! Experience the age of "the Rusticators" - the wealthy settlers of the early 1900's in this 1904 Victorian rumored to be built by J.P. Morgan for his mistress (he kept several, leading to the nickname for the street as "Mistress Row"!) Owned by architects/interior designers for the past 25+ years, the house greets you with charm and style in every space. Grand columned entry porch/veranda with ample space to sit, sip and people watch, English garden, delightful outdoor dining area with gas grill. Well appointed spacious and charming rooms, old world (but updated!) kitchen with bells and whistles, sunny breakfast room, copper-sinked butler's pantry/bar with wine cooler, expansive foyer with decorative fireplace, comfortable and tranquil living room, dining room for 10 with additional cozy sitting area, family room/home theater with fold out English sofa, 3/4 first floor bathroom. Two different stairs lead to four bedrooms, including a newly redecorated master suite (king bed), another spacious bedroom with a king bed, one with a queen bed (newly decorated and upgraded), and one with two twins. There is an additional queen bed suite (with full bath) on the third floor as well as a generous laundry room. Coveted village location - quiet and enjoyable, but a stone's throw to all the activities you can imagine. You can walk everywhere!

All check-ins are self-check-ins. The home is spacious and the yard is completely private, with several private entrances. The location is quiet, walkable to all of downtown and the shore, and it easy to get to the Park and to other areas of interest.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: note: 2 sets of stairs

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please observe quiet hours 9pm-7am

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Please observe quiet hours 9pm-7am
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number VR1R25055

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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About the area

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre 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 and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Bar Harbor travel guide
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Village Green featuring autumn leaves and a garden
    Village Green
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bar Harbor, Maine USA
    Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Street Historic District
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bar Harbor Historical Society
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shore Path
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Thirsty Whale
    4 min walk
  • Jordan's Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Finback Alehouse
    4 min walk
  • The Barnacle
    6 min walk
  • Side Street Cafe
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location! located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of St. Saviour's Church and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Acadia National Park is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

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Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location! Reviews

Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing home in an amazing location. It was walkable to everything, including the free shuttle to Acadia National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect! We walked to dinner every night. The house is gorgeous and quirky with vintage details. Great size for 3 couples. The hosts were very easy to communicate with! 12/10!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Family trip

This big house had plenty of room for 9 adults. The house was very clean and the beds were nice. We were in walking distance to many things & the neighborhood was safe and quiet. Our hosts were very responsive prior to and during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Our stay was amazing!

We loved our stay at this large, historic home. The house was beautiful and clean and perfect for 4 adult friends. The location is amazing - walkable to the village. The front porch was a great spot for morning coffee or afternoon relaxation. The owner was easy to communicate with and there whenever I needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Bar Harbor and at this spectacular home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

My family traveled to bar harbor for a Thanksgiving getaway. The location was ideal and within walking distance to everything downtown bar harbor. Kay was a wonderful host and responsive during our visit. The house was beautiful and spacious for our group of 9. She left us a lovely gift basket with lots of goodies we enjoyed. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dorothy S.

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

Grand old house

Very well stocked. As an older house had to look for the light switches but figured it out. Lovely back family room with a piano. Very comfortable beds. Excellent location in town. Close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

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

House and location can’t be beat

The house might be my wife’s dream house: lots of character but nicely updated. It was a hot week and the AC was strong. The grill was clean and ready to go. There were tons of games and puzzles for downtime. And the location is exceptional. Just a block to all the action, but still on a quiet street. It was perfect for our mini family reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Great for large family. A lot of room to be together or apart

Wonderful, welcoming and well-stocked home. Our family of 9 adults loved it. Great spot to easily walk to anywhere in Bar Harbor - which we did for 4 days in a row. Good communication with the owner made it easy. Two car parking limit was a bit of a pinch but we found a creative way to park a third car off site. Highly recommended to any large group
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

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

Fabulous vacation

Staying at Kay's place was truly magical. The house was spotless and extremely spacious. My spouse, kids, and grandkids all found places to have time to themselves and time to gather together. The living room was perfect for playing games in the evening and just sitting around and talking. The location of this house couldn't have been more perfect: steps from the grocery store and the Village Green and bustling downtown. We all wished we could have stayed longer and would love to come back here when we come back to Bar Harbor!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Awesome Bar Harbor vacation get away

Our family of 9 spent 10 fun days in this spacious, clean, and comfortable home. It is in an ideal location, so that we were able to walk or take the Island Explorer to most attractions, museums, restaurants and trail heads. On the one rainy day, there were plenty of games, books and puzzles on the shelves to keep us entertained. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well appointed. The air conditioning kept us cool. The laundry room was convenient. We enjoyed barbecuing on the patio. It was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in the heart of Bar Harbor. Spacious, warm and welcoming - perfect for our family getaway. We loved how walkable the location was, close to everything yet peaceful. The front porch was a favorite spot to relax. The owners were most accommodating and made us feel right at home. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once we entered the property we were all blown away at how beautiful and spacious it was. Our host left us a bottle of Cava and small welcome gift, very thoughtful. Everything was clean and in order. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook and entertain our family. I was pleasantly surprised at the proximity to Acadia NP and walking distance to the town shops and eateries. We will cherish the memories we had there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

sharon r.

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

Lovely spacious home!

Great location beautifully appointed home in a charming town!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quinn A.

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

Incredible location and property!

We loved this place! It was unique, beautiful, comfortable, and wonderfully furnished. Walkable. Great host. We’d stay here again in a heartbeat and highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
needed more garbage bags but everything else was wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

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

Beautiful place to make memories

Surpassed our expectations in every way. Also ate at Royal Indian, just as excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful time we had staying here. Communication was easy breezy and David from housekeeping was great to work with. We had our grown children and 1 baby and close friends. Home was spacious and the floor plan was well laid out. The location was so central to everything which made walking with the baby carriage seamless. Thankful for Kay for opening her lovely home for all of us. Cheers
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meimon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was ready and clean when we checked in right after 5pm check-in time. There were plenty clean sheets, blankets and pillows for 11 of my family. There were many glasses, coffee cups, dishes, pots and pans. The house located at walking distance to grocery stores, restaurants and waterfront pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dee K., Warwick MD

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

Great location

Great house. Had everything we needed and the location was great - an easy walk to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Bar Harbor experience

Historical Bar Harbor comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Amazing house and location

Very spacious house with lots of thoughtful touches including games and pantry. Super comfortable for a large or small group.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

lisa m.

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

Great location!

House was in a great spot and host was excellent with responsiveness and providing helpful information. The house has everything you need. It’s an old house so bathrooms and some aspects reflect that.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jenna E.

Wonderful downtown location

We loved staying at this home. It was our first visit to Bar Harbor and we fell in love with both the home and the town. Just steps away is the charming downtown area with tons of shops and restaurants, around the corner is a grocery store, and a five minute drive gets you into Acadia National Park. Couldn't ask for a better location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

clay m.

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

Fabulous Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our well long stay in Bar Harbor. This beautiful home was fantastic! Very conveniently located downtown. You can walk to just about everything. Less than 10 minute drive to Acadia. Will definitely stay there again when we return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023