Apartment

Downtown, walk to shops, eats, shuttle bus, library, Historic Shore Path

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Exterior detail
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Downtown, walk to shops, eats, shuttle bus, library, Historic Shore Path

This charming, clean, and nonsmoking older home's interior was newly renovated in 2014. Located on a side street in a quiet neighborhood in downtown Bar Harbor with off-street parking for one vehicle. It has an open floor plan & hard wood floors throughout. All new appliances. There are 2 bedrooms - 1 with a queen, - 1 with a single twin bed and pull out trundle (max 100 lb), plus a queen sleeper sofa in living room. A port-a-crib is available.
The walls are hung with original paintings of Mount Desert Island, and Acadia National Park. Full laundry, wi-fi, cable tv, and a pleasant garden and yard completes the package. While the apartment sleeps 5, ideally this home is best suited for a family - 2 parents with young children, or 2 or 3 adults. The trundle bed is not to be used by anyone weighing more than 110 lbs.
We are situated in the southeastern end of town, and are a 2 blocks to The Village Green, and the Island Explorer bus hub (runs from Jun-Oct) , Mount Desert Island Hospital, The Abbe Museum, Jesup Memorial Library, St. Saviour's Church and its' Tiffany stained glass windows, Reel Pizza, and all the shops and restaurants. Town Pier, Agamont Park, Albert Meadow, the YMCA, Compass Harbor, the Jackson Lab, and the majestic views of the Porcupine Islands and the Historic Shore Path are all within a 5 min walk.
We are also within walking distance to the Village Connector trails into Acadia. Compass Harbor and the ruins of George Dorr's family home are just a few blocks south. The Schooner Head Path is accessed off the Compass Harbor Trail. The Great Meadow Loop is accessed off Cromwell Harbor Road, just north of the ball fields. It connects to Jesup Path, Dorr Mountain, Homans Path, The Great Meadow Trail, Kebo Connector Trails, and much more.
For winter visitors - Acadia National Park is a winter wonder-land! Hiking (crampons a must), XC Skiing on groomed trails in the park, snow-shoeing, skating, ice-fishing, & sledding are all in the mix. BUT PLEASE BE PREPARED FOR VERY RUGGED, ICY CONDITIONS IF HIKING ON ICE AND TO ANY ELEVATION!!! CRAMPONS AND ICE GEAR A MUST! Winter night skies are hypnotizing. We have the darkest skies east of the Mississippi. If you are interested in astronomy and star-gazing - ANP is your place! MDI & ANP are under appreciated in winter! Do yourself a favor and come to this magical frozen place!

Property manager

Susan Murphy

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Port-a-crib in closet
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No cleaning fee if house is left as found. A light

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

We should mention

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

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Downtown Bar Harbor, a neighbourhood in Bar Harbor, this apartment is near theme parks 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.
Map
Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Village Green - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shore Path - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • West Street Historic District - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown, walk to shops, eats, shuttle bus, library, Historic Shore Path pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown, walk to shops, eats, shuttle bus, library, Historic Shore Path?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown, walk to shops, eats, shuttle bus, library, Historic Shore Path?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown, walk to shops, eats, shuttle bus, library, Historic Shore Path located?

Located in Downtown Bar Harbor, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Village Green and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Acadia National Park is 1.5 mi (2.4 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

Martin S.

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

Perfect location!

Perfect location for access to hiking, food, and all our adventures in Acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel V.

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

Nice off season stay

It was very relaxing with all the amenities for a wonderful stay in Bar Harbor. Close to the town center but quiet and nice neighborhood. Will definitely look to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas K.

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

Great place!

Great location, clean place. Perfect for our small family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph V.

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

Excellent place for a family vacation

Just a short walk to Ice Cream, Coffee, Food, Lobsters, and Drinks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyson C.

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

Wonderful location

We had a wonderful time. The house is the perfect location and had everything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Great stay!

❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

amanda B.

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

Bar Harbor

Perfect location for downtown shops and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Great Place!

Great location, nice bath linens, well stocked kitchenware. Four adults stayed, using sofa bed in the commons area. Thank you Susan!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck D.

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

Perfect Home Base

This comfortable apartment on a quiet side street yet near all the action of central Bar Harbor is fully equipped and served as the perfect home base for my trip. The owner was delightful and was quick to respond to my few questions. I couldn't be happier with my stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy P.

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

Beautiful home and wonderful location

One of the best properties I have stayed in. Welcoming, aesthetically pleasing, and right around the corner from Main Street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Great place to visit Bar Harbor and Acadia

Everything was great about the place. Super charming and clean. Some of the furniture was a bit worn but functional. Close enough to walk into town but far enough to avoid noise and crowds. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

Excellent base for Acadia

Susan’s place was comfortable, clean and convenient to Acadia and just steps to Bar Harbor’s Main Street. Walkable to shops, restaurants and a grocery store and just 15-20 minutes to Acadia entrance. The kitchen was well stocked and perfect for a preparing few meals after long days of exploring. Highly recommend this classic home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drew W.

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

Great location!

Family had a great time using this as our home base while we explored the area! Loved being able to easily walk into town yet still be on a quiet side street. Host was attentive and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Perfect Stay

We had a truly wonderful stay. Everything about the house was exactly as described and perfect for my husband and I and our 4 month old baby. There was even a pack n’ play with bassinet and an infant toddler bath tub. The location could not be beat, easily walked to everything in town and a short drive to Acadia. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reba L.

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

Lovely

Susan was very helpful and communicated well! We absolutely loved the sweet cottage apartment and the location in Bar Harbor. Whether walking the shore path, heading to explore Bar Island at low tide, or taking advantage of pajama day sales—proximity to downtown couldn’t be beat! Also a fabulous launching point to Acadia where we enjoyed showing our four year old our favorite sights!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Location Location

My family had a great stay. House was spotless and as pictured. It was a quick walk to the village green, pier and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

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

Acadia NP visit

This property is in a great location! Easy walk to shopping and restaurants in Bar Harbor. Quick drive to Acadia NP.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

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

Great spot!

Really enjoyed our stay. Perfect location and company lodgings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany V.

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

Wedding in Bar Harbor

My husband, best friend and myself stayed at Susan's home and we truly enjoyed our stay! Susan makes the process easy with detailed info and expectations (which aren't many!). Her home is cozy and modern! You'll definitely enjoy your stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

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

Great spot

Super clean and pretty house, comfortable, and Susan was so helpful and nice! Perfect spot to walk all around Bar Harbor!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

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

Wonderful Stay in Bar Harbor!

Property was perfectly located yet on a quiet street. We could walk to everything in town and Acadia was a less than 10 minute drive. The house was very clean and had everything you needed. We loved the updated full kitchen and laundry (new washer and dryer!). Susan was a wonderful host. We were sad to leave but will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

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

Great location and Comfortable Place

A great base. Close to everything in Bar Harbor. Place was as described. Enjoyed are stay. Was effortless.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Bar

Everything was fine!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

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

Perfect spot in downtown Bar Harbor

My husband, 14 year old son, and I stayed here on a recent trip to Bar Harbor. We loved being able to walk to restaurants and the downtown area. The unit itself was perfect for a family our size. There's a washer/dryer, which was a huge bonus. The owner was very easy to communicate with. I'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inessa S.

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

Great experience

We had a great time at Susan's lovely house! The location is superb, we were within walking distance of any restaurant and point of interest in Bar Harbor. It's also a short drive to the Acadia park where we spent most of our time. The house is very comfortable and we had everything we needed for our stay. Would absolutely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Susan Murphy

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Languages:

English