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EXPLORERS WANTED! INTOWN home: Short walk to ocean, shops & Acadia Park trails!

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Newly renovated victorian home in the heart of Bar Harbor village. The Rockcairn
Share a meal with your friends and family--large dining room comfortably seats 8
Living Room has a large screen TV and games to enjoy.
Kitchen is fully stocked with items such as a blender, hand mixer & lobster pot.
The "South Ridge" room has a king sized bed and plenty of space.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8171.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Village Green
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • West Street Historic District
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Hunter's Beach

1 Queen Bed

Seven Bridges

1 Queen Bed

South Ridge

1 King Bed

The Treehouse

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

EXPLORERS WANTED! INTOWN home: Short walk to ocean, shops & Acadia Park trails!

(Please note, during the summer weeks, this is a Sunday check-in with a 7 night minimum stay).
Come stay in beautiful downtown Bar Harbor, Maine. Nestled on a quiet side street "The Rockcairn" is your base camp for enjoying the magical landscape of Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. Located within walking distance to Bar Harbor's downtown village shops and bustling oceanfront offering whale watches, cruises, guided tours, and lively island culture! Your adventures await as you grab your backpack and head out the front door. The Rockcairn is just a block away from Bar Harbor's new playground, ball fields, YMCA, Skate park, and Island Explorer free shuttle bus into Acadia National Park. If you plan to visit the Park by car you can access the Park's loop road in less than a mile from your driveway .If you are outdoor enthusiasts like us, you will love to check out the miles of coastal walks, mountain hikes, and carriage road biking trails all at your fingertips! Don't forget to paddle and swim one of the tranquil lakes and waterways the Island has to offer. When you are done adventuring step into any one of the 80 locally owned restaurants, pubs, and coffee shops.
The Rockcairn offers guests a themed 4 bedroom house inspired by our favorite places in Acadia National Park. Upon arrival, claim the "Hunters Beach " room if you love the coast. You may also find the serenity of the "Seven Bridges" room or dive into the King Sized Bed in the "South Ridge" room. Kids may enjoy ascending the staircase into " The Treehouse" or lounging on the office couch in "The Beehive" on the third floor.
Some of the other amenities that The Rockcairn offers are a full kitchen with new appliances and a large dining room table for when you your family and guests decide to dine in. There is off street parking for two cars in the driveway.
Your hosts Ed and Sherri live locally nearby and have many years of experience traveling and adventuring all over this island, and love to share this knowledge with fellow explorers. We even have a few secret spots so don't hesitate to inquire. The property gets it's name from the sculptural rock formations only found on Mount Desert Island, and the Scottish Gaelic word "cairn" which is a pile of stones used as landmarks to guide travelers. Cairns are used throughout the rocky alpine areas in Acadia. Let The Rockcairn be your home base as you create your own memories while traveling to one of the most unforgettable landscapes on the planet. We'll see you where the mountains meet the sea... set your compass!

Property manager

Sherri
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed
Pets will be considered. Ask at time of booking.
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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
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
Property Registration Number 1333

We should mention

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

About the area

Bar Harbor

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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum 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

  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Village Green - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Street Historic District - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is EXPLORERS WANTED! INTOWN home: Short walk to ocean, shops & Acadia Park trails! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at EXPLORERS WANTED! INTOWN home: Short walk to ocean, shops & Acadia Park trails!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at EXPLORERS WANTED! INTOWN home: Short walk to ocean, shops & Acadia Park trails!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is EXPLORERS WANTED! INTOWN home: Short walk to ocean, shops & Acadia Park trails! located?

Located in the heart of Bar Harbor, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bar Harbor Historical Society and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Acadia National Park is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

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

Location, Location. Location

Lots of bedrooms. House was clean, host and hostess responded quickly to our emails. Quiet neighborhood. But the location alone is fantastic. Within walking distance of town, the harbor and other attractions. Parking is at a premium in Bar Harbor, and it all adds up. I would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

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

Excellent stay - dog friendly

Perfect location close to town on a quiet street. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari H.

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

Perfect for a friends vacay!

We had four couples staying and this house was perfect for us! We loved how spacious the house was to hang out together at night and how close to the Main Street shopping and restaurants! The hosts were amazing and took care of everything that was needed immediately. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari E.

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

Great Vacation!

The host Sherri, was extremely responsive to all my questions! She went above and beyond to provide areas of interest for our family to visit! The location of the house was perfect for walking to Main Street and entering Acadia National Park! I would rent this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Phoebe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sherri is very accommodating . Very good costumer service Sherri check on us once we arrive.Very good location ànd the neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Perfect Vacation

Everything was amazing about this property and our stay. Sherri was fantastic and spent a great deal of time communicating with me about what to do on our first visit to Maine. The house is just perfect. Everything was exactly as the listing stated. The restaurants and shops are just a couple of minutes walking away and the park entrance is about a 5 min drive. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie N.

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

Perfect in every way!

This was the perfect home base for our trip to Bar Harbor and Acadia NP with our 3 kids - ages 22, 19, and 17. Plenty of space and the accommodations made it a cozy retreat after a full day of hiking, biking, or just walking around downtown - and the house is only 2 blocks from Main St. Bonus! Ed and Sherri were attentive and easy to work with. Hoping to make it back sooner rather than later. Thanks for a beautiful home for our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

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

Excellent location & hosts

We had a lovely week in Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Sherri and Ed were wonderful hosts - take them up on whatever suggestions they have for hikes or sightseeing. The house is comfortable, spacious and comes with everything you need and then some, including lovely porch boxes of herbs for cooking and Tupperware for leftovers. The location is a quick walk (maybe 3-5 minutes) into town and an easy drive to the park. We did not use the Island Explorer as much as we thought, but when we did it was easy on-and-off. It's also a quiet location and we lucked out with great Maine sleeping weather! I hope we can return - we really had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

3 generations now living in 3 states gathered for family fun in Acadia and Bar Harbor.

The house and location were perfect for our stay. It was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

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

Bar Harbor vacation

Wonderful! Truly beautiful town and Acadia was amazing too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amit S.

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

Downtown Barharbor

Close to downtown in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

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

Great stay

The house is in a great location in Bar Harbor. Very clean, safe, and family friendly. Just as advertised. Plenty of extra blankets do chilly nights.close to Pat’s Pizza.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

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

Perfect for a family trip

Sherri’s place was exactly what we were looking for. It had plenty of room for our group of seven (5 adults and 2 kids) and had a great location. We were able to easily access Acadia and were within walking distance of everything in Bar Harbor. The kids were overjoyed with the third floor, which had a bedroom and sitting room completely to themselves. There was also a playground at the end of the street that we utilized when the kids needed to run out a bit of energy. Sherri was a great host, checking in via text a few times during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Eric K.

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

Clean; responsive host; great location

We had a nice visit. House was clean. Located a short walk from downtown which was helpful. Host(s) were responsive to several questions that I had. Check out list was laminated and available in kitchen for easy reference. It is an older home typical of the area. Creaky stairs and creaky bedroom doors means you hear your family members all the time, Second and third floors were hot when we arrived and the bedroom air conditioning units were not installed yet. Hosts helped us navigate that issue. Older kitchen cabinets and countertops; kitchen utensils and cookware stored fairly haphazard and not all matching. There was some hair in the bathroom sink and something dark and mysterious on the rug in front of the toilet upon arrival. We stayed in a brand new condo last year. That was a five star. It met or exceeded all expectations. This place is really good but doesn’t WOW like a five star overall rating should. Yes we’d stay here again, but with correct expectations. I can’t give it a five star overall based on the above and wanted to explain my reasoning. Nothing wrong with this solid location; it just doesn’t wow like a five star should.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariane C.

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

Great location!

Best trip to Bar Harbor so far! The property was perfect and very well located. We had a little trouble with the check in process because we did not had access to a working phone/internet while on our way to the property but everything went smoothly after that. Sherri was very proactive to make our trip go well!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maricel R.

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

Wonderful stay

Property and location were great. Communication with the property owner was also very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta C.

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

Bar Harbor Adventure

Great house a few blocks from downtown Bar Harbor ME. Comfy living and dining areas, nice size kitchen and two big bathrooms. Four bedrooms which perfectly accommodated our party of four adults and three kids. Bonus, the owner supplied us with soap, shampoo, paper towels, etc. as well as sheets and towels. And a full size washer and dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B., Canton, GA

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

Great location

Sherri, was very helpful, lots of great information and wonderful to deal with. The house is on a nice quiet street and east walk to downtime. We had a fabulous stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hildy G.

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

Loved Rock Cairn

House was very comfortable and very clean. We only had a group of four, but you could easily have a much larger party. The proximity to walking into town was great. Sherri was a great host, very responsive to answering questions leading up to our trip and touched base the day after we checked in. I would highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

Great Time

Beautiful home with all the amenities and super comfortable beds. Right near the downtown, but far enough away to avoid traffic and parking issues. Host was incredibly helpful. Would absolutely recommend and we’ll be back to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Great location

The Carin House was a perfect home base for us. A lovely, quiet neighborhood very close to restaurants and bars and easy driving distance to adventures all over Mount Desert Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Great location, great place!

Easy to get to downtown bar harbor, short walk to island explorer shuttles, and short drives to most of the Acadia trails and sights. Listing was as described, a great old house, well stocked with supplies. One thing to add for those bringing dogs is the driveway area has a fence that can be closed if there is up to one car parked. Would stay again if we get back to the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellie B., Baltimore

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

Everything you need, right in town!

This home was perfect for our girls weekend! Plenty of beds and room for all of our luggage. We were able to walk to most of the activities we had planned and all the shops/bars/restaurants. Very easy to communicate with Sherri - she gave us everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

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

Great house in great location

Excellent stay and very walkable to a lot of the town. Having space to park was very appreciated as well. Getting up to the 3rd floor was a little tricky due to the stairway being one of the tightest I've ever seen, but other than that no complaints or issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sherri

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Ed is a Mount Desert Island native who grew up exploring, hiking, climbing and paddling all of the amazing areas the island has to offer. After traveling, he has returned to Bar Harbor to make it his home as it is truly a one-of-a-kind gem. He met his partner Sherri who had moved here and established herself as an independent local business owner, and who shared the same love for the mountains and coastal life. Together we work hard, travel as much as possible, and enjoy sharing our passion for the outdoors, arts, culture, and adventure with others. The Rockcairn is our way to invite folks to stay on the island so that they may experience a similar connection and create lasting memories. We know you'll be hooked on this beautiful and unique corner of the planet!

Why they chose this property

This property offers amazing access to all of the activities that your potential vacation can offer. It's within walking distance to downtown shops, trails, ocean walks, tour guides, shuttles, etc.. the list of opportunities is endless and accessible without having to drive! The house itself is newly furnished, comfortable and unique, with plenty of room for large groups, pets, and many other accommodations for all ranges of visitors.

What makes this property unique

Unique benefits include a small quiet neighborhood street location amidst the active coastal tourism hub of Bar Harbor village. Just down the street is a new playground, ball fields, tennis courts, YMCA, and roads and trails into Acadia National Park. Access the pier and famous Shore Path, and sandbar hike to adjacent Bar Island less than one mile away! The house also has theme inspired bedrooms and decor based on the island trails. A must stay for like minded travelers who are excited to explore.

Languages:

English

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