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Charming, Spacious Victorian In Downtown Bar Harbor

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View of front of house facing Roberts Square.
Side yard with garden
Side view of house with three parking spaces.
Front hall
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10231.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Charming, Spacious Victorian In Downtown Bar Harbor

This charming and recently renovated turn of the century Victorian home has the perfect in-town setting in a neighborhood in the heart of the village of Bar Harbor on a quiet side street. New and comfy furnishings, newly refinished hardwood floors throughout, front covered porch, and a lovely, spacious yard make this an ideal home away from home.

You enter the house through a lovely entrance hall that leads to a nicely furnished living room with flat-screen TV. The living room opens to a charming dining room with an expandable table that can seat up to ten people. The spacious kitchen with all new appliances has a multipurpose island with gas oven & stove top on one side and kitchen stools on the other. The first floor has a half bath and is air conditioned with a heat pump.

The second floor has a master bedroom with a king bed, a bedroom with queen bed, a bedroom with a double bed, a bedroom with two twin beds, and a full bath. All second floor bedrooms have window air conditioners.

On the third floor is a second, spacious master bedroom with king bed, ceiling fan, a second heat pump that cools the entire floor, and a bath with shower. (Please note that the stairs to the third floor are steep and narrow and could be difficult for some).

Outside is newly renovated, covered front porch, and a large side yard with gas grill and outdoor table. Additionally there is parking for up to three cars!

You’ll be within a few blocks of spectacular views of Frenchman’s Bay and the mountains beyond, a short walk to the famous Shore Path, the free Island Explorer Shuttle hub at the Village Green, as well as easy access to shops, restaurants, village grocery store, movie theatres, bike and kayak rentals, and a range of excursions. At low tide, it is only a short walk to the unique experience of crossing a sand bar to Bar Island. When you're ready to venture beyond the village into the rich and diverse beauty of Acadia National Park, you'll find several park entrances within easy reach.

Property manager

Jean

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: 25
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is 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. Travelling with kids? Consider George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Village Green - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shore Path - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, Spacious Victorian In Downtown Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming, Spacious Victorian In Downtown Bar Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, Spacious Victorian In Downtown Bar Harbor?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Charming, Spacious Victorian In Downtown Bar Harbor located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of West Street Historic District and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Acadia National Park is 1.2 mi (2 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

Lori H.

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

The Perfect House and Location

This was our first visit to Bar Harbor. We had a fantastic week not only because of the town and proximity to Acadia, but also this wonderful home. Jean was fantastic to work with and very responsive. The home is immaculate and very comfortable. We had everything we needed and the easy walking distance to town was amazing. We have absolutely nothing but positive feedback and would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

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

Perfect Home for Friends Getaway

Beautiful, very clean, comfortable home in a perfect downtown Bar Harbor location. We had everything we needed to enjoy relaxing at home, walking to shops and restaurants, and going into Acadia National Park. Jean left an extensive list of favorite places to go, and she was quick to respond when we had a question. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family getaway

The house was beautiful. Fully furnished with every amenity one can think of. Nothing was left to chance. The host was easy to communicate with. Couldn't have asked for better accommodations.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Fantadtic home!!! Perfect location for wslking everywhere in Bar Hatbor.

Jean was very helpful and quick to respond with any of my questions. The house is beautifully decorated with super comfortable beds and plenty of room for our latge group. The kitchen is well situated for all cooking needs and it felt like HOME ftom the moment we arrived!!! I would highly recommend and hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Larry O.

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

Family wedding and vacation

The house was perfect for our family. It was nicely decorated, very clean and had all amenities needed. It was an easy walk to the grocery store and to town shops and restaurants and a short drive to Acadia National Park. There was plenty of parking for three vehicles. The owner was very easy to communicate with and was quick to respond to our questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

We walked everywhere!

We visited Bar Harbor and were lucky enough to stay at this house for 10 days! It was so large and comfortable. My husband and I went with 4 young adult children. Couldn't have been better! Very clean and well stocked. We were able to walk out the door and be downtown in minutes. Thank you for letting us stay in your home.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable and convenient

The house and stay were almost flawless and perfect for families. Pros: walkability, air conditioning, quality furnishings and well-stocked kitchen, super clean. Good owner communication. The only negative from our point of view is that the VRBO listing at time of booking had the check out time as 10 a.m., but the welcome email from the owner (received two days before the stay) said we had to be out by 9:30 a.m. Overall, highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

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

Best way to experience Bar Harbor

My family has been going to Bar Harbor to vacation for over 3 decades. We have always camped or stayed in a modest 1 room cabin in Southwest Harbor. This year, we traded "The Quiet Side" for convenience and stayed at this beautiful 5 bedroom home for a three generation family gathering. It did not disappoint! Spacious rooms and beautiful kitchen on a quiet street, all within walking distance of shops, restaurants, coffee shops, a playground, and a grocery store. It also put us nearly a half hour closer to all of our old favorite attractions and some new favorites. Even our hard to please family members were blown away!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

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

Fabulous home near everything!

We had such a fabulous stay at Jean’s house! The house was so very comfortable. It had plenty of everything we needed to make us feel at home…extra pillows, linens, blankets, spices…she even left some condiments in the fridge for our use so we wouldn’t have to buy them. The house is right around the corner and within walking distance from everything. It was so nice not having to mess around with parking! We would make our coffee and stroll the town in the morning and have cocktails and play games in the beautiful flower filled yard in the evenings. We had a friends come and stay with us for a few days and everyone had their space. The AC worked very well and the house was spotless. We absolutely loved our week at this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

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

Wonderful Bar Harbor Stay!

The location is absolutely fantastic. We were able to walk anywhere is Bar Harbor that we wanted to go, and it was only a short drive to Acadia National Park. The house itself was a beautiful Victorian with plenty of space for large families and came with a very well stocked kitchen. I would stay here time and time again if I was in the area. Can't recommend it enough!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandi T.

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

An absolute gem!

This property is exceptional in every way, and by far our all-time best rental experience. First, the house is beautiful inside and out, artfully furnished and clean, and so well-appointed that we instantly felt at home. Having three spacious floors and such comfortable beds allowed each of us to have our own space, and the washer/dryer was a bonus after hiking in Acadia each day. Air conditioning was a plus as well, although the home rarely needed cooling, even in summer. Second, the location could not be better. A grocery store, shops, restaurants, taverns, the shore path, and the land bridge are all a 5-10 minute walk away. Our host was equally lovely, sending us restaurant recommendations, and sharing every home detail right down to use of the remote controls. We could not have had a better stay and cannot wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M., Mechanicsville

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

Great Location, Lovely Home

The home is in a great location. We were within walking distance of many restaurants, shops, grocery store, the dock for boat tours and the land bridge to Bar Island. If you can’t make it to Cadillac Mountain for sunrise the view along the walking path at the harbor is quite nice. We explored much of Acadia and all within a 10-25 minute drive. Parsons Seafood is a good place to pick up fresh lobsters to cook at home. They will even let you borrow a pot. It was a fun experience and way less expensive then going out. We had 10 people in our group ranging from nine years old to 73. There was plenty of room for us all. Having the basement was very nice to store our bikes and the washing machine and dryer were a plus. The kitchen was the best stocked I’ve ever seen for a rental home. We also enjoyed spending time in the yard surrounded by beautifully landscaped flower beds. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia M.

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

Bar Harbor Gem

We loved the accommodations at 2 Roberts Square. The kitchen was well stocked, the beds were comfortable, and the location was perfect. The mini market, grocery store and town all in walking distance. It was the best location for a family of 9. Everyone kept busy enjoying all that Acadia and Bar Harbor had to offer. My son and his girlfriend flew in from Denver and gave a "thumbs up" to the bus system. Thurston's Lobster Pound was terrific, loved the lobster rolls! Beal's is great as well and can seat a large number of people. Jean and Rodger's recommendations did not disappoint. We enjoyed the carriage ride bridge tour in Acadia, Cadillac Mountain at sunset was beautiful and the sunset boat cruise was enjoyed by all 9 of us. Thanks to Jean and Rodger for allowing us to stay in their beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

theodore p.

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

great

Very spacious for an extended family, close
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

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

Charming townhouse in center of Bar Harbor

We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great house and location in Bar Harbor

The property was clean, comfortable, great kitchen, dining room, living room, spacious and clean bedrooms and bathrooms; great proximity....minutes walk into Bar Harbor, supermarket, and five-minute drive to Acadia National Park. Best of all worlds. Felt very comfortable living in this house. Highly recommending this house to friends visiting Bar Harbor.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

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

Great location

Great location on a quiet side street in the heart of Bar Harbor. Quick walk to grocery store, shops, and shore! Worked out well for two families with 6 kids ages 5-11. Clean, good condition, very well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

UNBELIEVABLE!!! Location, Location, Location!!!

First, I would like to say that this place was ABSOLUTELY perfect. They are located right downtown Bar Harbor. It is on a side street, so you don't have to worry about foot traffic but it is only 1/2 a block from the main street. One block away is a fully stocked grocery store, so we never had to drive to pick up groceries. The stores, restaurants, etc. are all 1/2 block away. Only 2 blocks is the land bridge to Bar Island. It was perfect to go to. They have a beautiful yard to play in with kids and ample parking for 3 full minivans. It honestly was the best I could imagine. There are 4 bedrooms on the second floor with a full bath. These rooms are very comfortable to stay in. They have window air conditioners in each of these. It was relatively hot the first day we got there so turned these on. They worked perfectly. They have a huge loft bedroom with a full bath on the third floor. This (and the ground floor) were air-conditioned through a central air, which also worked perfectly. They have a very nice half bath on the first floor that we used all the time. They have a wonderful gas grill that was easy to grill up some burgers. They have a fully stocked kitchen. The basement (which is actually really nice) has the washer and dryer which we used quite often. The sheets they provided are SOO comfortable. I almost asked where she got them from so I could buy them for my house. I can't express how perfect this house was for us. Well worth the price. It was very clean, updated, and had a location you couldn't beat. If this place is booked, you honestly should wait until it is available again. You can't go wrong.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Washington, DC

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

Beautiful home, great location

Great downtown location and beautifully renovated home with everything a family would need. We had such a wonderful time and it was a much needed a deserved Covid vacation. Jean was responsive and helpful! Would return for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Perfect location

We had a party of 9 and everyone thought the place was perfect. It was close to everything we needed. We could walk every where if we wanted to. The house is beautiful, the beds were comfortable, we were very impressed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

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

Bar Harbor

Great property and terrific downtown location! Family friendly including a nice outdoor area. Would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

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

The Perfect Bar Harbor Home

The property at 2 Robert’s Square was perfect for our visit to Bar Harbor. We have vacationed on MDI since 1997 and this home exceeded our very high expectations. Other than food and beverages, the home was stocked with everything needed for the week-long stay. Although downtown parking and traffic is less of an issue in early June, it was great to be able to have a short walk to the restaurants and harbor. We recommend this property to anyone looking for perfect home for an in-town Bar Harbor experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Timothy A.

Spacious, clean, well maintained, excellent location

Nice touches...for example, plenty of gas for the grill and a full spare. Third floor suite is spacious, comfortable and fun. Nice flowers on the porch, flower boxes and in the yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Fantastic house in a great location

The House was quiet and it was nice having the air conditioning on all levels. It was very clean and had everything we needed. It also has plenty of parking. We would definitely recommend this and plan to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy F., United States

Great house and location!

The house was perfect. The location was great! We loved the convenience of walking into town for activities and restaurants, as well as the grocery store. We had 8 in our group and there was plenty of room. The house was very clean and had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Jean

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Why they chose this property

We had made countless visits to Bar Harbor & beautiful Acadia National Park before we finally found this house, which has become a true second home for us, our children and grandchildren. We love the openness and flow of the house, the in-town location, the Island, and the people. We hope you'll enjoy this wonderful house as much as we do.

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