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1832 Carriage House, meticulously remodeled, in the center of Blue Hill

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Welcome to "Barn Owl"
A large gourmet kitchen, roomy enough for many chefs
Great room, with views or our property and into the gourmet kitchen
A quiet corner in great room that lends itself to intimate conversations
Granite steps that lead to our woods

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
NZ$916
avg per night

Explore the area

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Blue Hill, ME
  • Blue Hill Books
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Blue Hill Bay Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • The Barnacle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

Room

  • 250.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 Queen Beds, 4 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Price is NZ$916 avg per night,

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About the area

Blue Hill

Blue Hill is home to this farm stay. Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park and Fort Madison State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Blue Hill Books and The Barnacle. Travelling with kids? Consider North Light Books and Blue Hill Co-op Community Market. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Blue Hill Books - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Blue Hill Bay Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Barnacle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jonathan Fisher House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Acadia National Park - 38 min drive - 37.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wave - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Brewing Blue Hill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bagaduce Lunch - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Barncastle Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Arborvine - ‬6 min walk

About this property

1832 Carriage House, meticulously remodeled, in the center of Blue Hill

Welcome to “Barn Owl”, a special home that will create memories to be cherised. This exquisitely renovated 19TH century carriage house is in the heart of the charming historic district of Blue Hill, but set back from the street in a secluded surroundings. This luxury property has it all. It is an elegant and comfortable home with a large, modern gourmet kitchen that is excellently appointed. The kitchen opens to the welcoming great room that easily accommodates large gatherings or lends itself to cozy spaces. All bedrooms are en suite and the primary bedroom boasts heated floors in the bathroom. A full laundry room is an added bonus.. Centrally located within walking distance of Blue Hill’s eclectic stores & restaurants, library, playgrounds, with easy access to the rocks overlooking Blue Hill Bay. It is a short drive to swimming beaches and local hikes, Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor, the working waterfront in picturesque Stonington and historical Castine, home of Maine Maritime Academy. Venture out and explore all that Downeast Maine has to offer, or just relax in the peace and quiet of our quintessential New England seaside village.

Barn Owl was renovated and furnished with family and friends in mind. There is plenty of space to spread out in the 2,700 sq. ft. home, with enough privacy for quiet time as well. The original post & beam framing was exposed in the renovation process, and many hitches, hooks, and other hardware from the pre-Civil War carriage house days are still visible. It is full of historical interest and furnishings include many wonderful antiques.

Outside of the house, there is a large patio with a gas grill, fire pit, and lots of seating, a wonderful flower garden, a lawn that is perfect for croquet, and stone stairs leading to our wooded lot.

We supply all you might need for a relaxing vacation, from a stocked pantry to beach towels. There is a Pack’n’Play crib & a high chair on sight. If you have any down time after your days exploring, there are abundant games, puzzles, toys, and books for all ages. If there are other things you might require (such as a lobster cooker), please ask, as we may be able to provide them. If you would like help designing your Downeast adventure, we will gladly work with you to plan excursions that fit you interests and abilities from hikes in the Acadia to ferryboat rides to explore the islands in our bays.

Property manager

Kate & Dennis
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is 1832 Carriage House, meticulously remodeled, in the center of Blue Hill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1832 Carriage House, meticulously remodeled, in the center of Blue Hill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1832 Carriage House, meticulously remodeled, in the center of Blue Hill?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1832 Carriage House, meticulously remodeled, in the center of Blue Hill located?

This family-friendly Blue Hill farm stay is within a 5-minute walk of Blue Hill Books and Blue Hill Bay Gallery. The Barnacle and North Light Books are also within 10 minutes.

1832 Carriage House, meticulously remodeled, in the center of Blue Hill Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Great home!

This is a beautiful home and exceeded all our expectations- thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Great stay!

We really enjoyed our stay. Lots of character and nice details - like the stone rocks shaped like hearts around the small owl statue that greets you as you drive up. The kitchen was well-stocked with a nice arrange of condiments and utensils. We used the home as a base for exploring Acadia and it was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia S.

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

PERFECTION

Everything about our stay was perfect. I wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

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

Fun in Blue Hill, Maine

We had a wonderful trip to Maine starting in Blue Hill to connect with family first. The Carriage House was a perfect place to stay. It’s so nice and beautifully renovated. We will visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Beautiful

We loved our stay at Barn Owl. The space is lovely and well stocked with everything you would need. Location is great too, close to grocery store and shops. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Almost perfect

Great location for day trips in quaint town. A few suggestions: (1) better toilet paper, (2) don't advertise a hot tub if it does not exist, (3) 2nd floor bedroom may work for kids but not adults, (4) not a shower in all bedrooms. Overall it was wonderful and suggestions are intended to make it even better.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Just the stay we needed!

The perfect place for relaxing while being close to all we wanted to do. Seeing deer in the yard was a great touch too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

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

The perfect July 4 getaway

We loved staying at the Barn Owl in Blue Hill. The location was perfect - just off of Main Street with cute shops and restaurants, nearby grocery store, and easy access to many beautiful coastal spots in the Down East area. The house is incredibly well-maintained and comfortable. With four adults and three kids, we had plenty of space. The kitchen was well-stocked and organized, making family meals easy and pleasant to prepare. We hope to visit again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley T., Midland, Georgia

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

Fabulous!

The property was beautiful and very well stocked. We had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate Z.

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

Beautiful home in a quaint seaside town

The space was just as shown in the pictures, perfect for 2 families of 4 each, with space to gather and take a break when needed. Blue Hill is an excellent location, with a reasonable drive to Acadia and other small towns with kayaking and trails. We hope to make it back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

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

Excellent property and host

Our family enjoyed our stay at Barn Owl. Dennis and Kate are wonderful hosts. We arrived late and they were so generous and helpful to get us eggs, milk, bread, granola ready for us when we arrived. House is beautiful as described and loved the kitchen with everything we needed to cook most of our meals. Blue Hill is charming beautiful and quiet, we definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary R.

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

Philly crew

Nicely appointed and common space was very useful for gathering before during and after meals. Hot water would run out after a few showers though and upstairs bedrooms ran a bit warm for July nights but doable with the windows, fans and window ac units. Wish there was a little more outside accommodations as our group of 6 were a little crowded around the one table for 4. Would recommend to others
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S., Homestead, Iowa, USA

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

Outstanding Home in Blue Hill, ME

This is the most well-equipped home we have ever rented - and we have been doing vacation rentals for 19 years now. Kate and Dennis have thought of absolutely everything a traveler might need from extra beach towels and bedding, to all the cooking spices and extras, right down to a first aid kit and pain killers left in the bathroom. They were responsive immediately for any issues and live close which came in handy when I could not figure out how to get the door to lock. They are thoughtful and considerate hosts, and this house was perfect for our group of 7 (family of 4, two grandparents, and one adult aunt).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

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

Family Reunion in Blue Hill

Our group of 6 (3 couples) really enjoyed our stay at Barn Owl. It’s a beautiful house , very comfortable and charming. It is located close to the downtown area but is in a quiet setting. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals and the downstairs area is spacious and gave us plenty of room to spend time together . The house is large enough to also get away from people when needed, lol. I brought a croquet game and we played in the yard and sat outside and enjoyed the patio—it was perfect. We had a problem with the door lock initially, but Dennis came to the house and helped us immediately. All in all-a perfect family reunion in a wonderful setting. Thank you Kate & Dennis!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Simply Amazing!!

This home was absolutely exquisite! We fell in love at the front door. The architectural details, historical significance and luxurious appointments throughout made this house an exceptional backdrop for our time in Blue Hill. The gourmet kitchen with oversized island and top of the line appliances made meal prep so much fun and was fully stocked with everything a chef could ask for. The kitchen opened to the great room which was beautifully furnished and so comfortable for gathering with family. The barn wood floors were glistening with the sunlight that streamed through the Palladian windows. The bathrooms were all beautiful with marble topped vanities and classic period tiles. Sumptuous! We enjoyed barbequing on the bluestone patio and tossing a ball in the yard overlooking the picturesque wooded lot. All in all it was a 10+ experience and we highly recommend Barn Owl. The owners thought of every little detail to ensure an exceptional stay for their guests. The house was immaculately kept, beautifully decorated, and centrally located in town. Couldn't have asked for a more beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Feel at home in Blue Hill

We had a wonderful time staying at Kate and Dennis' house with our two young kids (5 and 1.5 years). This was a great way to be near our Maine family and also have the feeling of a luxurious vacation home in one of the best areas of Maine. The house is walking distance to the library (with a great children's room!) and all of Blue Hill's shops including Out on a Whimsey Toys, as well as the Town Park, which has a lovely playground and small swimming beach. We saw the weekly summer Flash in the Pans steel drum performance, drove to Brooksville for pizza night at Tinder Hearth, and went hiking along Harriman Point in Brooklin ... then enjoyed short drives back to the house for naptime/bedtime. The house itself has everything you need to settle in and feel at home -- the kitchen tools and appliances are very high quality, and we grilled/cooked a birthday dinner for my mom and felt like we were in our own kitchen! The large downstairs sitting areas are great for meals, games, and family time, and the second floor can easily be a "kid zone" with its own game table (and great game selection!), couch, TV, and built-in twin beds. Our toddler slept in the quiet third-floor bedroom, and even though it is far from the first-floor primary bedroom, the baby monitor signal was able to reach our room (a separate bathroom and additional trundle bed on this floor would also make it great for grandparents, more kids, etc.) Thank you, Kate and Dennis, we hope to return next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayley M.

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

Beautiful Location and Home

This home is gorgeous. The location is perfect and the hosts are so accommodating! We are so lucky to have found this place to share with our friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024