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The Reminisce Vacation Home 5br/3bt, Downtown Bar Harbor

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12181.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

First floor King bed

1 King Bed

First floor Master Bedroom with en-suite bath

1 King Bed

Second floor kids bedroom

4 Single Beds

Second floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

Second floor Queen with fireplace

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

First floor bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second floor bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Reminisce Vacation Home 5br/3bt, Downtown Bar Harbor

This is very special house for me and my husband. 9 years ago I used to live right next door working the crazy summer hours and trying to build a better future for me.
Then I met someone special. So it happened on a date, we went for a walk, about 9 years ago, on the way to my home then, we stopped at the corner of this home, and we stayed, and we talked for hours... This is where we kissed for the first time! :)

Thus the name "The Reminisce", hopefully you folks are going to make just as great memories here as we did!

This home had originally being build in the early/mid 1900s.
The house had gone a lot of chopped renovations and changes. It just never felt complete....
We took on this great challenge saved all the solid bones from an old house and did the worst to bring it back to beauty-full gut remodel.
Just about everything is absolutely brand new or being brought to it's once new glory.
When creating the design- we were trying to achieve the charm of an old house, but still contemporary to fit the needs of a modern family.

The interior:
Entry way of the house is all Italian tiled mud room with heated floor, where you can live your clothes and shoes .

Please- be mindful do not wear shoes in the house!
Everywhere we installed brand new stained white oak hardwood floors.

The home opens up immediately to the dining room, living room and fully equipped kitchen, majority of the first floor is open concept and spacious.
Dining room fits comfortably 8 people.
There is a nice electric fireplace to bring up the atmosphere in this space, 60" TV, and the kitchen welcomes you with large island able to fit 8 guests on bar stools. Tucked into a closet you will also find our stacked laundry and drier for your convenience. Detergent is located in the cleaners closet by the stairs.

Two of our bedrooms- both with king size beds are also located on the first floor, together with office/chill area by the back french door leading to the back yard.

Across the dining room by the stairs is the master bedroom.
It has the original all brick fireplace outfitted with electric unit for ambiance, 55" TV and has a desk as well if you need to get some work done. Also en-suite full bathroom, tile- heated floor with a build in tub/shower unit.

Trough the kitchen, if you turn right before entering the office area you will find spacious bedroom with a king size bed and 55" TV.

Our bright office/reading area has 2 comfortable armchairs, perfect for reading, large work desk and the French full glass doors leading you to the back yard.

In the same space is located our 2nd full bathroom, tile- heated floor with build in shower unit.

From the dining area there will be stairs going to the second floor by the stairs is our cleaners closet with some additional supplies.
There are 3 bedrooms and one full bathroom with a enclosed shower unit.

First bedroom has a queen size bed, a desk, electric fireplace, closet and 55" TV.

Second bedroom has also queen size bed 55" TV and is outfitted with open face cast iron clothes wardrobe.

And last third bedroom is the kids room, very spacious with 4 twin size beds and a large closet.

Each room/space has heat pump- A/C unit for your comfort.

Exterior of the house:
Beautiful garden beds on the face of the house, please no flower picking.
Smart door lock for guest self check in convenience.
Complimentary to guest electric car charging station located on the side of the house.
Walking on the back of the house is the back gate that leads you into the back yard.
The backyard has stone patio and the you will find 6 person hot tub, hangout area with propane firepit table, propane fired grill and a swing.
Over the patio there is an electric awning covers over the outdoor furniture and firepit, so even when its raining you could spend some time outside.
Please retract the awning if using the firepit!
Guest access
The entire house and back yard is for the guests.
Private chef and yoga instructor available on request .
Only space locked will be the basement for personal storage.
When parking please use the designated spots, the garage across the street is storage and workshop.

Property manager

Diana Chiriac
Premier Host

Languages

English, Romanian

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is not completely baby proofed!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
Clean after your pets!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties! Any kind of loud noise disturbance and presence of party after 9PM could result in eviction!
No smoking of any kind inside the house!
Pick up after your pets! No unattended pets allowed!

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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

  • West Street Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Village Green - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Shore Path - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Reminisce Vacation Home 5br/3bt, Downtown Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at The Reminisce Vacation Home 5br/3bt, Downtown Bar Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Reminisce Vacation Home 5br/3bt, Downtown Bar Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Reminisce Vacation Home 5br/3bt, Downtown Bar Harbor located?

Located in the heart of Bar Harbor, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of West Street Historic District and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Acadia National Park is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janine E.

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

Dog Friendly Spring Break

House was exactly what we needed to explore Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Property Management is in the area and was easy to communicate with. Our kids described the house as fancy and we all loved the hot tub after a day of hiking. Being able to walk around town was also a bonus, with one of the best restaurants just around the corner. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

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

New Year In Bar Harbor

Beautiful and comfortable home! Excellent location to Bar Harbor and Acadia! Hot tub was relaxing after a day of hiking!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

heather c.

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

Bar harbor

Cute, freshly done house. Comfortable for 4 of us. Location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy W.

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

Perfect Home and Location

Absolutely perfect stay. The house is in an amazing location for walking downtown, and for visiting Acadia. Pictures don’t do it justice; the house is even more beautiful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

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

Family vacation

Great house and wonderful location!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

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

70 Birthday trip

Great location for walking to town in Bar Harbor… close to grocery store.. easy to drive into Acadia National Park!! The house is updated and clean!! Perfect setup for my children and grandchildren! Need covering on the back glass doors for privacy… We enjoyed our stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndie B.

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

Fantastic house and great location

8 nights at this very lovely and well appointed house. All was as described in the listing. Décor is beautiful, very warm and calming. Kitchen and bathrooms all items we needed were there. The beds were very comfortable. The location was fantastic - walk to grocery stores (2!) and many restaurants and easy walk into heart of downtown. We will stay there again on our next visit to Acadia. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

E C., Weston, MA

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

Modern, high end accommodations at convenient in-town location

Freshly renovated and modern, this home offers a perfect convenient in-town location, including easy parking, with the all the comforts of a high end hotel. The beds and linens were amazingly comfortable and we are very appreciative that the host made this home pet friendly. Would highly recommend. (Of note, the home is on a main street so there will be some road noise especially in the front facing bedroom. On the other hand, it's around the block to a great pizza place, the supermarket, and zero difficulty in getting out of town and into the park!). Thank you for a lovely getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri L., Carrollton Texas

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

Beautiful home

This beautiful home is set up to accommodate several guests at once. The added touches of the holiday decorations and the lit fireplace was warm nd welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hailey J.

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

A short walk to Harbor

Property was clean well-maintained and had plenty of space for people. Didn’t get a chance to use the hot tub but we used the fire pit to make s’mores. had no complaints about this property and they were TVs in most of the rooms. Had some of our greatest memories made in this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

daniel c.

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

Great.

Beautiful house, very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

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

Wonderful home

We had our family stay here for our son's wedding. This place was perfect. Very clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend this.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T., Grand Blanc

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

Very nice house.

We’ll stocked with everything you’ll need. Beach towels for hot tub, each room has individual air/heat controls. Beds were super comfortable with great pillows. Easy check in. Very clean. Walking distance of many restaurants and bars. Easy parking. I recommend for groups. Worst thing I can say is master bedroom could use a luggage rack.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen C.

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

Loved our stay at Reminisce at Bar Harbor

The place was incredibly clean, the beds very comfortable, the fire pit and hot tub area very inviting, check-in seamless, and communication excellent. The only thing I think the owner could consider is luggage stands in the closets, and possibly having a smaller dining table and more comfortable seating in the main “living room”. But these are only minor suggestions for the future. If you’re considering a visit to Bar Harbor and Acadia, this property will not disappoint! It’s very close to Acadia and walking distance to all the town has to offer! There is one caveat that enjoying the outdoor area with a group after 8 pm is a little difficult due to the noise concern and the town ordinance, but during the day and early evening, it is a little oasis!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria L.

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

Good location and lots of room for a large group

This place was perfect for us since we had 9 people in our group and there was plenty of space for all of us. The location was only a 10-15 minute walk to downtown Bar Harbor and you’d walk by restaurants along the way. There was a noise curfew so we didn’t get to utilize the outdoor space at night very much. But we planned on going to bars and restaurants anyway so it didn’t hinder our stay or opinion of the place in any way! The host was easy to contact before and after our stay and was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara A.

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

Wonderful getaway

We loved our stay at Reminisce. The owners have created a lovely sanctuary that has everything you need for a getaway in this beautiful area. So much to explore and the downtown location was perfect. The hot tub was a bonus and a big hit! Responsive and helpful owners, would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daryl B.

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

Weekend Escape

A serene escape close to hiking trails, ocean views, and fresh seafood. Minutes from Acadia National Park for stunning landscapes. Very communicative and accommodating host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antonia H., Miami, USA

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

Beautiful stay during the Holidays!

This little ( big in space) peace of heaven in Maine was a perfect place to spend the Holidays. The house was stylish, spacious, cozy and the cleanliness was superb. The house is very close to to Arcadia National park. Also, the service was amazing! We highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

T C.

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

Beautiful home right in downtown Bar Harbor. Easy access to the park downtown. Really enjoyed our st

Beautiful home right in downtown Bar Harbor. Easy access to the park & downtown. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

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

Fall in Bar Harbor

Excellent property! We loved the location. House is in perfect shape, everything we needed. We walked everywhere except to Acadia National Park and only a 15 min drive to our hikes. Only downside is it is on a busy street with noise during the day and early morning. Otherwise a perfect rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Amazing! Highly recommend.

We were the first people to stay at this newly-renovated home. The interior design and craftsmanship of the renovations were fabulous. Modern and super comfortable all at once. The five bedrooms are spaced in such a way as to make it feel cozy but also that everyone has their own space to retreat to. They literally thought of everything. The retractable awning, fire pit, swing, umbrella over the hot tub, umbrellas for rain, really fluffy towels, robes, heated bathroom floors, numerous games, day and night shades. I could go on and on but you can tell they put much thought and care into the property. It’s so close to everything - walking distance to two bike shops, breakfast, bakery, grocery store. Really short drive to entrance of Acadia and (I think?) not quite a mile to the town green. We truly enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Diana Chiriac

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English, Romanian

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