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In-Town, Residential & Quiet, Walk to Shops, Ocean and Walk & Bike into Acadia!

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Exterior
Walk to shops, the park, downtown,  & shore. 
Freshly painted door!
Chickadee Cottage is adjacent to the owner's cottage.
Comfy living room, light-filled showing couch, arm chair, side tables.
Cozy, light-filled living room with new couch and new plush carpeting.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

In-Town, Residential & Quiet, Walk to Shops, Ocean and Walk & Bike into Acadia!

Chickadee Cottage is tucked away and set back from the street on Ledgelawn Avenue, just outside the Acadia National Park entrance and a quick walk to shops, restaurants, the ocean and the fare-free shuttle bus. Adjacent to the owner's cottage, Chickadee provides a convenient location to all the area attractions.

This cozy 2-story, 3 bedroom cottage features:
1 queen bedroom (second floor)
1 double bedroom (second floor)
1 bedroom with two twin beds (first floor)
1 full bathroom (upstairs)

The first floor features a living room, eat-in kitchen, washer/dryer, and "mudroom" for shoes, bags, jackets, backpacks and other small items..

Amenities include kitchen appliances, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, cookware, dining ware, all bed linens, bath towels, and gas grill and seating area for BBQ. There is one TV, DVD player, and WIFI.

There is a heat pump on the main floor that provides cooling to the house on extreme heat days. This cottage does NOT have "icy cold AC"-if that is an amenity you require, this may not be the spot for you.

Chickadee Cottage is within walking distance to everything the village of Bar Harbor has to offer: a five-minute walk to the YMCA which has an indoor pool, fitness room, and indoor gym available by the day, an outdoor playground and public tennis courts, a five-minute walk to a children's wading pool (closed for renovations 2025), dining, museums, the Shore Path, the Sand Bar beach, the town pier, Village Green, and the Island Explorer Bus hub. Everything is at your fingertips! It's also just a 1/2 mile to the Acadia Park Loop Road, and merely a five-minute walk to a host of Acadia's trails. You can walk or ride your bikes right from the cottage and enjoy Acadia within minutes.

Downeast Maine offers visitors a variety of activities, including hiking, biking, boating, lake swimming, carriage road walks, horse back riding, deep sea fishing! Visit the Abbe Museum, enjoy tea and popovers at the Jordan Pond House, golf at a PGA top-rated course, play tennis. Kids activities nearby include water park, miniature golf, beaches, and lots of ice cream shops!

Also available for families:
*Graco Pack and Play 'crib' with sheets, is located in the closet in the Sea Room, making this an easy place for parents with young children to stay.

*High Chair is available with advanced notice.

Parking:
This rental allows ONE CAR ONLY.
There is ONE parking spot in the driveway and NO on-street parking.

Other:
There is no locked & secure outdoor place for bicycle storage and bicycles cannot be stored inside the cottage. Please contact the host with questions about bicycles before booking.

Guests and occupancy:
For the safety and well-being of our family and neighbors, Chickadee Cottage has strict guidelines about the number of guests at the cottage-during the day and overnight. Registered guests (those on the signed rental agreement) are the only guests allowed on the property day or night. Please make sure to account for your rental party accurately when submitting a request. The cottage can only accommodate a rental party of up to 4 adults (even if they are adult "children.") This property is not set up to be a gathering spot for multiple families staying in the area. *Please contact the host and/or consult the rental agreement for more information or questions in advance of booking.*

Smoking, vaping, tobacco products:
This property and the environs are 100% non-smoking. For the safety and health of our family and neighbors, there is no smoking or use of any vaping or tobacco products allowed inside the cottage, outside the cottage, in the driveway, on the steps, or on the sidewalk in front of or adjacent to the property. If you have a smoker in your party, this is not the rental for you.

Property manager

Marie Yarborough
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not allow you to book this house for others
You will be charge for damages from markers, paint, crafts
No smoking , vaping, nicotine product, of any kind

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
Property Registration Number VR1R22-55

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 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. 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

  • Village Green - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • West Street Historic District - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 17 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does In-Town, Residential & Quiet, Walk to Shops, Ocean and Walk & Bike into Acadia! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is In-Town, Residential & Quiet, Walk to Shops, Ocean and Walk & Bike into Acadia! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at In-Town, Residential & Quiet, Walk to Shops, Ocean and Walk & Bike into Acadia!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In-Town, Residential & Quiet, Walk to Shops, Ocean and Walk & Bike into Acadia!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In-Town, Residential & Quiet, Walk to Shops, Ocean and Walk & Bike into Acadia! located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bar Harbor Historical Society, Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. St. Saviour's Church and Jesup Memorial Library are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Wonderful stay!

Wonderful place to stay. Very close to shops, restaurants and the park.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

So cute and close to Bar Harbor

My mom and I had a great stay here. It was a nice and close to downtown and to Acadia. Thankful for a quiet cottage to stay at for our time in Bar Harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

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

Great location

House was close to town and Acadia. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene F.

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

Very nice place

Close to Acadia National Park and downtown. We enjoyed our stay here very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy T.

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

Nice location for working and hiking

Quiet cottage perfect for my husband and I’s working vacation! The wifi was fast enough we could work during the day, and location was so close to the park. Beds were comfortable and kitchen was well stocked. We loved having the washer and drier available as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda S.

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

Perfect location

We had a wonderful time in Bar Harbor Maine. This VRBO home was the perfect location – close to downtown and close to Acadia. The home was exactly as described. It was exactly what we needed. What a relaxing week! Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Bar Harbor Escape

Great location for easy access to downtown food and activities, and a great jumping off point to explore Acadia National Park as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherilyn L.

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

Comfortable & convenient

We stayed here with our three boys ages 6 to 11. They loved biking to the nearby tennis courts, playground, and skate park. We were grateful that we could avoid downtown parking struggles by biking to the land bridge and downtown Bar Harbor, and it was great to be so close to Acadia. The host was responsive and we recommend the house to anyone looking for a Bar Harbor stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Comfortable & Convenient

The property was nicely appointed and had great access to downtown Bar Harbor and an easy trip to Acadia which was really the point of our trip. We were all happy with the accommodations. Only request is to add to the bio about the coffee makers (2 options were great) so we can come prepared for our next stay. Thank you for opening your home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

yuhong L.

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

Great location in Bar Harber

Quite little house located in the center of Bar Harbor. Make our Acadia National Park visit soo easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

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

Amazing location, comfortable cottage

We had a lovely stay here, visiting Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The location is perfect! The kitchen was fully stocked, the beds were comfortable, and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jamie H.

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

Location A+

We stayed for a week the end of October and couldn’t have asked for a better location. The kids loved the close park and we all loved the short walk to downtown Bar Harbor. Owners were quick to answer any questions or address any (minor) problems that we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Michelle K.

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

Great location

Easy access to downtown Bar Harbor and getting into Acadia NP. Beds and pillows are adequate. A couple small additions to the kitchen such as sugar packets for coffee and salt/pepper would have been appreciated. We did see the sign for food pantry close to unit so all unused items were donated rather than wasted
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Will W.

Great Summer Vacation Spot Close to Town

The quaint, quiet cottage was a wonderful get away for our family of four. We enjoyed being so close to town but also being right next to Acadia. The owners were gracious host and we were sad to leave. Look forward to going back some day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lynmarie T.

Charming place, wonderful location!

This was a great home base for our family of 4 to enjoy Bar Harbor and Acadia. Easy driving distance into the park and walking distance to Bar Harbor for dinner. Very pleasant and comfortable cottage, and responsive host. It was convenient to have the BBQ to make dinner, and the washer/dryer as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

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

Great choice very close to sights

We really enjoyed this cottage for our 5 day stay in Bar Harbor. It is clean, comfortable, and appropriately stocked for beds, bath, cooking, etc. Within walking distance from Main St, many restaurants and stores, 1/2 mile from Acadia National Park. So easy to get around and so much to see in this beautiful part of Maine! Thank you Marie for allowing us to stay at Chickadee Cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Great Cottage

The cottage was roomy and had everything we could need. We loved the location in a quiet neighborhood but within walking distance to a park, trails and downtown Bar Harbor. We could easily drive to various locations in Acadia and on Mt Desert Island
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

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

Great Week

Our family of 5 just stayed this past week and would definitely recommend. Property was as listed and in a great location. We hit the town, hiked Acadia, visited other harbors, and experienced other activities near Trenton area all with ease from this location. Marie was great! Great spot for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Magic in Maine

We loved our stay in Maine at the Chickadee Cottage. It was a great location close to the downtown area. The cottage was quiet and located in a nice neighborhood. We went to a family wedding in Acadia National Park….what a magical place! Downtown was a little busy cause of some cruise ships docking in the harbor. It has many great restaurants and lots of lobster to eat in all kinds of ways! Can’t wait to return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H., Greenfield, MN

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

Great little house and location

Great location, walking distance to downtown Bar Harbour and short drive to Acadia National Park entrance. Quiet neighborhood and good host. The accommodations are as expected with plenty of amenities to cook meals if you wanted and perfect for 3 adults. The only minor ding for the property is there is only one bathroom and it is located on the second floor. Overall, this would be a great place for a small family or couple as there is plenty of room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M., Minneapolis, MN

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

Perfect home base!

We stayed with our 3 and 4 year old kiddos and the house was perfect for us! The kids really adored the play house, that was a great touch! It was close enough to town that we walked in for dinner and shopping with the kids in a wagon, and also a super short drive to get into Acadia. Also great communication with Marie! Thanks so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy R., Houston, Texas

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

perfect location

Quaint cottage perfectly located just a few blocks from Bar Harbor main street with easy access to Acadia National Park. First most important is we were able to walk via sidewalks to all things related to Bat Harbor within minutes. Added benifit was the cottage location was such that you didnt have to go through downtown Bar Harbor to get to the parks and other destinations. Marie responded to all communication quickly. If you and the family are coming to visit Bar Harbor /Acadia this is a great property to stay at
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristan D.

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

Lovely cottage in the heart of Bar Harbor

Marie’s cottage was such a lovely home to stay in while we visited Bar Harbor. The house was clean, comfortable and cozy. It was so nice to have a kitchen and washer and dryer to use during our week in town. It was a short walk into Bar Harbor and a very short drive into the park. I drove to Eagle Lake to run daily and it only took me 5 minutes. Marie was so easy to communicate with and very responsive. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

Very nice place with a short walk to the Village Green and Waterfront

The house fit our family of four very well with another room to spare. The house was well equipped and clean. Although the owners live next door, they definitely make it a point to give you privacy and space. A quick ten minute walk puts you at all the shops and restaurants of Bar Harbor. An added bonus was the community playground around the corner of the block. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Great property!

The house was neat and clean. We walked into town almost every night since it was so close and the drive into Acadia was very short. I appreciated having some of the basics in the house for us to use - hand soap, dish soap, trash bags, etc. It was one less thing to pack/buy. The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of towels, blankets, and pillows. I would rent here again if we returned to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Marie Yarborough

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We have lived in Bar Harbor for over 30 years. Marie began working at the Jordan Pond House during summers, earning money to pay for college. After traveling to France to visit family, a road-trip across the United States, and finishing graduate school she moved to MDI for good. Kyle came to Acadia after graduating from college in the South. He planned to work in different national parks across the country. After working in Glacier National Park in Montana, he headed to Acadia for one season, where Marie and Kyle's paths finally crossed. The rest is history! We feel lucky to call this amazing place home, and could not imagine raising our family anywhere else.

Why they chose this property

This property is close to everything wonderful about in-town Bar Harbor, but still quiet and residential-the best of both worlds. You can sleep with your windows open and smell the ocean when you wake. It is modern, clean, uncluttered, and filled with all the amenities you'll need to make your stay relaxing. We have a personal and professional knowledge of the park and MDI, and would love to share our favorite spots to enjoy the park and island with you.

What makes this property unique

You won't find an easier, more convenient place to stay in Bar Harbor, if you are a family or a couple! You can walk to the Great Meadow Path right from the cottage, or hop in your car to access the Park Loop Road in 5 minutes, at the end of our street.

Languages:

English, French

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