You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!

Great views and distance to activities.

Amazing location with breathtaking views & easy access to MDI. Layout of the house made it easy to split our group up. Perfect property for our family trip to Maine, where we never felt like downtime meant missing out because we could enjoy the water right from the house! A little further to get into town but 100% worth it for the views and peaceful atmosphere.The only issue we had was getting the A/C to work, but it is definitely possible we just couldn't figure it out? (clearer instructions might be helpful then). Luckily it was only late May so there was only a day or two where it was (unseasonably) warm in the mid-80s, but the members of our group who slept upstairs did say it got uncomfortably hot up there. Would absolutely recommend to anyone planning a trip to Acadia/Bar Harbor/MDI who doesn't feel the need to be right in the middle of the action in town.

Gorgeous view. Quiet. Lovely stay .

The house had everything needed and even things you didn’t know you needed.

Very beautiful home and much larger than we were expecting. We had everything we needed and the instructions were very clear. We were so cozy and at home it was hard to leave!

We had a wonderful stay at Bar Harbor View Cottage. The property truly lives up to its name, the views were absolutely stunning and made our trip even more memorable.The cottage itself was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed. It felt welcoming right away and made it easy to settle in and relax.One of the biggest highlights was the location. It’s incredibly convenient to Acadia National Park, which made exploring the area simple and stress-free.Overall, this was a fantastic rental experience. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the Bar Harbor area.

It was warm, cozy and has a view that is beyond words. You could spend all day just soaking up the Ocean views.

The place was wonderful and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the convenient location and great views

Great place for us. We wanted a week of nothing to charge batteries before holidays. It was cold and snowed but we had a roaring fire every night. This house is supplied better than any VRBO I have ever used. They had everything you could think of. Beautiful waterfront views of sunrise, sunset and moon. Could see Cadillac mountain right out the bedroom window.

Wonderful cottage ..well equiped...plenty of space ..multiple bathrooms..very clean ..perfect location..deck is incredible ..location is close to groceries (10 miles) ..restaurants (4 miles)..close to national park and many hiking or walking trails...great communication with all involved with renting this great cottage

The property suited our needs and checked our boxes for waterfront and easy access to Acadia and Bar Harbor. We enjoyed the kayaks, and appreciated the life jackets in many sizes so we could all participate. Also, the house had a convenient supply of beach shoes (the rocky shore isn't barefoot friendly...). The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, small appliances, and cooking tools. We had a blast!

Perfect location for everything we wanted to do! We loved the solitude and the gorgeous deck. We had the beach all to ourselves - the water was calm most mornings, perfect for kayaking with the seals. The interior furnishings are a quirky, eclectic mix of pieces. The living room and other common room couches are in need of replacement - they are not comfortable - but the views of the water made up for that inconvenience.

Amazing location, with beautiful views. A fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and responsive communication - you can't ask for a better Maine vacation!

This was absolutely perfect for our family. The location was wonderful for everything we planned to do. The house was furnished with anything we had need for. The deck is perfect for relaxing by the ocean. The shoreline was fun to explore. Actually, we would rate it a 10. One of the best houses we have rented!

My family (two adults, two children) stayed at Rick and Shelby's wonderful home for a week in August. The property is so peaceful, located right on the water. The highlight of our trip included watching the sunrise on the gorgeous deck every morning with our kids. It felt like we were the only people in Maine! The property is well located a short 15-20 minute drive from Acadia. Some of the appliances are older, but everything is well maintained, and we had no issues during our stay. The property manager was very responsive as well. Highly recommend staying here and would not hesitate to book another week in the future!

Amazing views of Mt Desert Island and the Narrows. We really enjoyed the views off the deck, exploring the delightfully rocky beach, and watching seals feed in the water. The house is stocked with everything you need - way better than the average vacation home. Plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable. We were very sad to leave such a peaceful, pleasant place. Delightful experience and grateful to have stayed here.

Had an awesome time! House was well stocked, enjoyed the mix of modern style and old cabin feel. Seals out everyday, kids had fun exploring in the rocks and tide pools and kayaking. Visited many spots in Acadia but nice to be at a very quiet place to get out of the Bar Harbor “rush.” New 3rd bathroom was a great surprise. Will be back someday!

We had a great time during our stay at this property. The views are amazing and it was close enough for our day trips to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed. We also loved the use of the kayaks.

Wonderful!!!

we really enjoyed staying here! the view of the water and the mountains was breathtaking. just be very careful coming down the driveway - lots of pretty deep potholes when you first start down from the road. just go slow and be aware. we've been to the area many times before, but for some reason on this trip, we enjoyed the gardens in NE Harbor the most. highly recommend this house!!

Loved being right on the water. If you love Beach combing This is the property for you. seals were just offshore during incoming tide. also found the seals hung out on the east side of the island just out in front of this property. There are 6 sea kayaks you can use. Also lifejackets are there to use. Property has big kitchen with everything you can think of. Very well stocked.. looking straight off the deck you’re basically looking at Arcadia national Park. Very short drive. We will be back.

Three generations of my family stayed together in this gorgeous home. Everything you could have wanted or needed they had already thought of and made available. Cooking in? They have everything you need! Cozy night by the fire? Yep, they have you covered. Spectacular views surrounded by peace and quiet. Close enough to everything, but far enough away to be relaxing!

Wonderful cottage, very clean the location was great. It was so quiet. We got to totally relax. We did not have the best weather, lots of fog but even that gave it a calming effect. Had 2 days of some sun, so got to experience it all!

The house has an amazing view of the water and of Acadia.

We had the loveliest stay! The house had everything we needed and more than plenty space for us all! The third bathroom was a surprise and would be great if you had a larger group. The house can be divided into 4 wings (each wing having their own private access bathroom except for one wing) if multiple family units are staying, which is such a nice asset. We stayed over a rainy/snowy weekend in April, and being so close to the ocean was such a delight, with a fire burning in the fireplace each evening. We would visit any time of the year!

Absolutely beautiful. Could not have asked for a better place. Home as everything you could ask for. Thank you for making this available to rent!

We loved exploring the beach at low tide. The view from the house and deck are amazing! The house had plenty of space for our family of 4! The host responded to any correspondence sent. The sunrises from the deck are beautiful. The house is in need of updating, decluttering, and a more deep detailed cleaning. While the kitchen had everything we could need in terms of dishes and appliances, there was so much it was overwhelming. Multiple of the same items of almost everything including toasters, blenders, a ton of pots and pans, casserole dishes, Tupperware, and random kitchen gadgets. Half of the items could go and there would still be a fully stocked kitchen, and it would be much less cluttered and easy to navigate.

Beautiful location with a view of the harbor. It was cold when we were there but could enjoy the view on a clear day. If it had been warmer, we would've enjoyed using the kayaks right off the property. Home had everything we needed. If staying in the off season, check restaurants since many were closed.

A Christmas Blessing. We spent our holiday by the Ocean and you can’t get any closer than this beautiful home. It is spacious yet cozy. We live in Northern Maine near the Canadian border, so being in Trenton we were able to be near family and had a wonderful Christmas dinner together. This home is stocked extremely well. We will return for sure. Loved it. Precious memories.

SO GORGEOUS for a great price. We fully intend to book again some time.

The property is absolutely perfect! It is away from things but oh so close to Ellsworth and Bar Harbor that you can seamlessly switch back and forth from nature to town. The view and wildlife (the seal was a checklist item for us) were outstanding and the fireplace was absolutely amazing when the cold and early dark evening closed in. I would highly recommend a stay at this wonderful house when you are looking for an escape and some tranquil peace.

Wow, what a nice place. Very very well equipped kitchen (even sharp knives!). We enjoyed the fireplace, the view, the quiet area, comfortable bed, the overall look of the place. Was obviously way too big for the two of us, we used only one third of the house!

Excellent ! Our second time at this place. Wish we'd discovered it years ago. So many good things ... the room with the sideboard from the estate of Victoria and Albert's son ... the very fine room arrangement ... peaceful and quiet ... fine views outside ... the games for the kids ... the fireplace, which we used ... Altogether, it was perfect for us.

Looking forward to next year

Property is as described....lots of space ..strange layout but it works well..well equipped...great location .. very private...will be returning next year!!

We are always happy to arrive at Bar Harbor View. The new bathroom was beautiful. The weather was great. We are already booked for next year. Friends from Ellsworth visited and brought us dinner. Always the best of times.