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Perched on the edge of Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor View Cottage offers a tranquil retreat with panoramic views of mountains and wildlife. Take advantage of kayaks to explore the bay, a well-stocked kitchen for homemade meals, and a custom-built ping-pong table in the garage.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9314 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • 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.

You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!

Bar Harbor View Cottage is the perfect place for your next trip to Maine. You will be delighted when you first see the stunning panoramic views of Acadia National Park and its mountains from our deck. Make sure you get up in time for sunrise as you'll be able to see it come up over Cadillac Mountain.

You'll be able to spot wildlife without even leaving your chair. You may see eagles, seals, dolphins, deer and moose. You can even take our kayaks across the bay to see seals up close and personal. The water near the cottage is teeming with mussels too.

Kids (of all ages) love the abundance of flat rocks along the shoreline that are perfect for skipping and the custom-built ping-pong table in the garage.

The cottage features four bedrooms which sleep nine, WiFi access, panoramic views, a well-stocked kitchen, a garage, ample parking, a ping-pong table, several kayaks, a gas grill and a gorgeous deck perfect for relaxing.

The main floor has the master king suite with adjoining bathroom, a second bedroom with a queen bed, kitchen, living room, dining area, den, laundry room and second bathroom. There is also an attached garage. The second floor offers two bedrooms. One has two twin beds and the other features a queen bed plus a twin bed.

We are about 16 miles from downtown Bar Harbor.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,375 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Den with TV, Ping Pong in garage, Kayaks, beach

Events

No events allowed

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
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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Trenton, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the ocean. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Wild Acadia Fun Park and Seacoast Fun Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Trenton travel guide
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Trenton, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park
    Acadia National Park
    9 min drive - 9.4 km
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    Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    22 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Kisma Preserve
    13 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Wild Acadia Fun Park
    15 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Timber Tina's Great Maine Lumberjack Show
    15 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Shell
    16 min drive
  • Perry's Lobster Shack
    44 min drive
  • Mother's Kitchen/Coffee Matter
    12 min drive
  • Island Take Out
    10 min drive
  • Abel's Lobster
    19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This! located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Acadia National Park, Wild Acadia Fun Park and Kisma Preserve. Garland Farm and Atlantic Brewing Company are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Karlis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was wonderful and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the convenient location and great views
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Felicia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, with beautiful views. A fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and responsive communication - you can't ask for a better Maine vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dolores G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage ..well equiped...plenty of space ..multiple bathrooms..very clean ..perfect location..deck is incredible ..location is close to groceries (10 miles) ..restaurants (4 miles)..close to national park and many hiking or walking trails...great communication with all involved with renting this great cottage
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Amazing View

The house has an amazing view of the water and of Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was absolutely perfect for our family. The location was wonderful for everything we planned to do. The house was furnished with anything we had need for. The deck is perfect for relaxing by the ocean. The shoreline was fun to explore. Actually, we would rate it a 10. One of the best houses we have rented!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christy D.

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

Family vacation

Had an amazing time! Beautiful scenery and location! Host was very attentive and house was well-equipped with everything you need for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for everything we wanted to do! We loved the solitude and the gorgeous deck. We had the beach all to ourselves - the water was calm most mornings, perfect for kayaking with the seals. The interior furnishings are a quirky, eclectic mix of pieces. The living room and other common room couches are in need of replacement - they are not comfortable - but the views of the water made up for that inconvenience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Perfect Maine vacation home

The pictures don’t do this place justice. The views are stunning. The house is huge and has everything you would ever need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dolores G.

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

Great place !!

Property is as described....lots of space ..strange layout but it works well..well equipped...great location .. very private...will be returning next year!!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Bar Harbor View Cottage

Stunning views of the ocean and mountains. Very quiet and private. Close to Arcadia National Park. This is exactly what we were looking for. Very much enjoyed our stay and hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Loved this place!

We stayed here in November and had the best time. The house was perfect for us, plenty of room, stocked with everything we needed and the view was amazing. It was a short distance to Acadia and we even had a chance to see the drive thru Acadia Holiday light show for the holidays. I would definitely recommend staying here and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie Y.

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

Beautiful property

Incredible views of Acadia while sitting on back porch or on the rocks. Our family loved using the kayaks and relaxing by the water..dinner on deck nightly. Very clean. Kitchen well stocked for cooking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Peaceful

Wonderful cottage, very clean the location was great. It was so quiet. We got to totally relax. We did not have the best weather, lots of fog but even that gave it a calming effect. Had 2 days of some sun, so got to experience it all!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Beautiful View

The property is beautiful with breathtaking views. The home is large and accommodating. We enjoyed a wonderful week here.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita T.

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

perfect location

we really enjoyed staying here! the view of the water and the mountains was breathtaking. just be very careful coming down the driveway - lots of pretty deep potholes when you first start down from the road. just go slow and be aware. we've been to the area many times before, but for some reason on this trip, we enjoyed the gardens in NE Harbor the most. highly recommend this house!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pete m.

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

Consistent family fun

This is the 2nd time we have stayed at this house and it is always a great time. The water front is amazing and we have a great time getting to all the outdoor places to go. We will be back in the years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Incredible view

You can’t beat the location of this house, sitting right on blue Hill Bay looking across to MDI. The house itself is very comfortable, extremely well appointed and quickly feels like a second home. Were signed up for next summer! Location feels very private, but just 15 minutes from Acadia. Perfect vacation spot!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Darlene Q.

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

Awesome view!

Beautiful location with a view of the harbor. It was cold when we were there but could enjoy the view on a clear day. If it had been warmer, we would've enjoyed using the kayaks right off the property. Home had everything we needed. If staying in the off season, check restaurants since many were closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John Samuel R.

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

Stunning views close to everything!

This home has an incredible view, and was a perfect fit for our family of six. The kayaks were wonderful for exploring, and the long private driveway was perfect for morning runs before our adventures in Acadia. We loved the ‘quirk factor’ of the house and appreciated how well-stocked it was! It is definitely a special spot, and one we would love to return to.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Perfect Stay to Get Away

The property is absolutely perfect! It is away from things but oh so close to Ellsworth and Bar Harbor that you can seamlessly switch back and forth from nature to town. The view and wildlife (the seal was a checklist item for us) were outstanding and the fireplace was absolutely amazing when the cold and early dark evening closed in. I would highly recommend a stay at this wonderful house when you are looking for an escape and some tranquil peace.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Annie C.

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

Beautiful, peaceful home on the water

My family (two adults, two children) stayed at Rick and Shelby's wonderful home for a week in August. The property is so peaceful, located right on the water. The highlight of our trip included watching the sunrise on the gorgeous deck every morning with our kids. It felt like we were the only people in Maine! The property is well located a short 15-20 minute drive from Acadia. Some of the appliances are older, but everything is well maintained, and we had no issues during our stay. The property manager was very responsive as well. Highly recommend staying here and would not hesitate to book another week in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

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

Love this place!

This home was perfection for our getaway. It had everything we were looking for. Plenty of room! Views with beautiful sunrises. Water at high tide was right below the deck. Wild life to watch. Great location for visiting Acadia and Bar Harbor. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline P.

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

Wonderful

Wow, what a nice place. Very very well equipped kitchen (even sharp knives!). We enjoyed the fireplace, the view, the quiet area, comfortable bed, the overall look of the place. Was obviously way too big for the two of us, we used only one third of the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Beautiful property with breathtaking views

The property was a perfect place for an extended family vacation to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. The house was full of all the amenities we needed! The view from the back deck was breathtaking and the house felt secluded. We enjoyed use of the kayaks and even saw a bald eagle a couple of times. We enjoyed the house immensely. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

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Lovely

We had the loveliest stay! The house had everything we needed and more than plenty space for us all! The third bathroom was a surprise and would be great if you had a larger group. The house can be divided into 4 "wings" (each wing having their own private access bathroom except for one wing) if multiple family units are staying, which is such a nice asset. We stayed over a rainy/snowy weekend in April, and being so close to the ocean was such a delight, with a fire burning in the fireplace each evening. We would visit any time of the year!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025