Town Hill Guest House with Sunset, Ocean & Mountain Views near Bar Harbor

Bar Harbor, Maine
$627 avg/night
Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

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Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

Relax and recharge while exploring Mount Desert Island and nearby Acadia National Park. Located in the quiet village of Town Hill, our family’s guest house sits on 16 acres of private land with sunset views over Clark’s Cove toward Blue Hill.

*If the calendar appears fully booked and your travel dates are flexible or fall outside our standard season, please feel free to send a message to inquire about additional availability that may not be reflected on the calendar.*
r>The property is on the west side of the island—about 6 miles from the Acadia Visitor Center, 9 miles from the village of Bar Harbor, and 8 miles from Eagle Lake and the entrance to Acadia. Travel times may vary depending on traffic.

The guest house is a stand-alone home, though the owners live next door. The houses share a front deck, but privacy is respected. Our family lives on the property year-round and is available if anything is needed during your stay.

For comfort in all seasons, the home includes heat pumps on the first floor and the vaulted loft upstairs, providing both air conditioning and additional heat.

Recent Updates & Highlights
• Additional Heat Pump for Second Floor (for heating and cooling)
• Remodeled open kitchen and dining area with updated countertops, lighting, and décor
• New sectional sofa in the upstairs living room
• Fresh paint and updated décor throughout bedrooms and bathrooms
• New high-quality beds: King and Queen with gel memory foam mattresses
• Luxurious linens, pillows, and towels
• Two large Smart TVs (55 and 43) for your entertainment

About the Guest House
• Private, 2-story home on 16 secluded acres
• 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a full second-floor great room
• West-facing views of Clark’s Cove and Blue Hill (ideal for sunsets)
• Located next to the owners’ home (Ralph and Judy), with connected cove-side decks - your privacy is fully respected
• Please note: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King bed, en suite bathroom, spacious enough for a port-a-crib
• Bedroom 2 (Main Level): Queen bed, sliding glass doors to private deck with water views
• Second Floor Loft: Queen bed and 1 full futons

Second-Floor Great Room
• Queen bed and 1 Full Futon
• High wood ceilings and bay windows with stunning sunset views
• New sectional sofa with two recliners
• 55 Smart TV with DirecTV, surround sound, and DVD player
• Reading/study nook
• Professional-grade pool table
• Gaming table for cards, puzzles, and board games

Open Kitchen & Dining Area
• Fully equipped kitchen with all major appliances
• Keurig and drip coffee makers, microwave, toaster, crockpot
• Cooking basics, dishware, flatware, drinking glasses, and trash bags provided
• Large dining table plus four bar stools
• Laundry room with washer and dryer

Bathrooms & Comfort
• Two full bathrooms
• Fresh linens, towels, beach towels, and chairs included
• 3 Heat pumps (for A/C and heat), radiant, and baseboard heat
• Ceiling fans in key areas
• Hair dryer provided
• Automatic generator ensures power during outages

Outdoor Features
• 16 acres of private land with water views
• Rear porch with dining area overlooking Clark’s Cove
• Rocking-chair porch with tree views
• Outdoor grill
• Bocce court, grassy play area, and open space to explore

Location & Accessibility
• 10 miles to Bar Harbor
• 7 miles to Acadia National Park (main entrance at Hulls Cove)
• 2 miles to Town Hill Market, Atlantic Brewing, Mother’s Kitchen, Sassafras, and more
• Close to Southwest Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and Ellsworth
• Island Explorer (free seasonal shuttle) available at Town Hill Market
• Airports:
o Hancock County–Bar Harbor Airport: 10-minute drive
o Bangor: 1 hour
o Portland, ME: 3 hours
o Boston, MA: 5–6 hours

Nearby Beaches
• Sand Beach
• Echo Lake
• Seal Harbor Beach

Stay Info & Policies
• Minimum stay requirements:
o 4 nights in May & September
o 6 nights in June, July & August
o 4 nights in the off-season
• No pets (a kennel is located 1 mile away)
• No smoking in the home or anywhere on the property

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Reusable Coffee/tea Filters Unit Size: 1600 Sq Ft (149 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Water Park Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Games Pool Or Billiards Table Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Lake Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    3 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Thin Carpet In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:30 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Alyson G.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2026

    Stayed Jun 9, 2026

    Wonderful stay in Bar Harbor! The property was clean, comfortable, and in a great location. The host was friendly, responsive, and communicated well throughout our stay. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it!

  • Luke S.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2026

    Stayed May 27, 2026

    Great stay and great hosts!

  • Kristi B.

    Submitted May 27, 2026

    Stayed May 23, 2026

    The property was even more beautiful than expected. A short drive to all Bar Harbor fun, it was the perfect spot for our excursions. The kitchen, bathrooms, and sleeping spaces were as described and very comfortable. Communication with the host was almost instant any time we needed and being greeted by the property owner was a treat. There is clearly pride in this home. Thank you!

  • Andrew B.

    Submitted May 19, 2026

    Stayed May 11, 2026

    Host was very hospitable and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome

  • JENNIFER L.

    Submitted Oct 25, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    The property was stunning, and the views were amazing! The upstairs lounging area was very comfortable and we enjoyed the pool table. The kitchen had all the essentials, which was very appreciated. We got the chance to meet the host's parents, who were so welcoming and fun to talk to! Unfortunately we had water issues throughout our stay. Both toilets had issues flushing, and our water pressure when showering was less than satisfactory (even if only one shower was being used at a time). Also, it would have been nice to have a nonstick pan to cook eggs (the only plans available were not good). The place itself was adorable all nestled away in the woods, which was very private and secluded, but we didn't realize it was 20 min drive to get to Bar Harbor with all the winding, low speed limit roads. That was our mistake, thinking that 7 minutes away meant about 10 min drive. All in all, the place is beautiful and the four of us had a wonderful trip; however, we couldn't imagine having 8 people stay in this house with how small the bathrooms are, the low water pressure for showering, and all the toilet problems.

  • Robert R.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    Friendly, cottage feel!

  • Shari H.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 29, 2025

    Great location, perfect access to downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Plenty of room for us. Kitchen had everything you need. Owners were very close by but we never knew they were there!

  • Bonnie V.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2025

    Stayed Sep 20, 2025

    Excellent stay, peaceful location, clean, well equipped and responsive host.

  • George E.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    Beautiful home. Close to everything and great hosts

  • Kristi G.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Everything was lovely. Nice to get away from the crowds by Bar Harbor but yet still be close to most everything.

  • Rich S.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 2, 2025

    Near Acadia with great views

  • Susan V.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 24, 2025

    The property was clean, modern, very comfortable and very peaceful. The hosts and property manager were friendly and available without being intrusive. They gave us some great suggestions for places to visit that we wouldn’t have found on our own. The view from the house at sunset in the picture is even more beautiful in person. The property was lovely. There’s a bocci court and a deck with table and chairs that was nice for outdoor meals. The location was excellent for getting to all parts of Mount Desert Island while also being easily accessible for exploring off-island. And it was very quiet. To top it all off, the beds were extremely comfortable (unlike the pricey hotels we stayed in before and after our time at the house). We had 6 adults and 3 cars at the house with no issues. We enjoyed the amenities: barbecue, pool table, 3 TVs, 2 full baths, leather power reclining sectional upstairs and, of course, the pool table. There was also a selection of games a group or family could enjoy. The kitchen had microwave, convection range, refrigerator/freezer and all the pots and pans you’d need for your meals. They even had a Keurig for your morning coffee! It’s a great place for adults and kids. I highly recommend it.

  • Robert C.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    Beautiful property, great view and sunsets (mid-August). House has everything you need. Hosts were fantastic.

  • Erin D.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    We had an amazing time!! Family of 6 adults fit comfortably. Sunset from deck was definitely the best we have ever seen!

  • Keith

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    The property was perfect for us - 2 sets of married couples and 3 kids. We loved the view from the dining room over the water and being in the woods, quiet and away from traffic. The kids loved playing pool when we weren't out enjoying the park trails and the water. It also helped that the weather was perfect while we were there (60s at night, 70s in the day)!

  • Megan M.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Amazing sunset views from the back deck. Jen and her family provided great recommendations for things to do in the area. One thing to note is that the main bedroom is huge and the 2nd bedroom is a lot smaller which might be awkward for groups of friends sharing the space. We really enjoyed our stay on the quiet side of the park.

  • Elle M.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    Wonderful family stay with a wonderful family

  • Jennifer C.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 23, 2025

    We enjoyed our trip to Maine. We explored up the coast and stated here for a few days once getting to Bar Harbor. Everything was great and clean, the views were amazing! Very relaxing!

  • Kristy G.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    Our family's first visit and we hope to be back. Space was great with beautiful views and nice outdoor area and indoor rec area. Wonderful hosts with on point recommendations.

  • Ryan K.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    We couldn’t have asked for a better vacation home for our four day trip Acadia National Park. The guest house is ideally located for exploring the entire island, beautifully maintained, and offers stunning views. It had plenty of space for our whole family to relax and enjoy. The hosts were incredibly responsive before our arrival and wonderfully accommodating throughout our stay.

  • Melissa T.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    We had the best time on this vacation! The cottage was a great location between what we wanted to do in Acadia and Bar Harbor!! And, the hosts were wonderful!

  • Brenda M.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2025

    Stayed May 27, 2025

    Very clean home. Plenty of space and beds.

  • Brad J.

    Submitted May 28, 2025

    Stayed May 19, 2025

    We had a great time at this beautiful property! It was ideally located to visit all the sites in the area. Gorgeous views and super friendly and helpful hosts! Can’t wait to visit again.

  • Kristy F.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2024

    Stayed Oct 19, 2024

    We had a fabulous trip in Bar harbor and had a great stay at this property. We had great communication with host and really appreciated their welcoming of us onto their property. We got great recommendations on dining and best way to experience the area. The home had great entertainment area upstairs plus a great view from the deck. Highly recommend this property!

  • Gerald W.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 15, 2024

    Hosts were ver attentive and friendly. I highly recommend this beautiful rental property.

  • Suzy P.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 9, 2024

    The property was beautiful. It was a comfortable stay. We enjoyed our week here.

  • Bob & Mo T.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Clean & cozy. Perfect space for the two of us.

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Total

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$638+
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