Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Acadia National Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Bar Harbor, ME
Acadia National Park
Place, Acadia National Park
1 min walk
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
12 min drive
Cadillac Mountain
Place, Cadillac Mountain
23 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
28 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
First
1 Double Bed
Second
3 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3
Acadia Sparrow Cottage is a bright, open concept cottage located on State Route 3 convenient to Downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park entrances. Comfortable for couples and families. Leave your car behind and catch the free Island Explorer shuttle bus at the end of the driveway (running 6/23/26 to 10/12/26) Enjoy what Mount Desert Island has to offer. Upon your return from exploring, relax on the deck or in the hammock with a cool drink while you grill dinner in the fresh Maine air.
Kitchen: Stocked with cookware (including a lobster pot and seafood tools) essential dishes, bakeware, glassware and utensils. Spices, flour, sugar, oil, foil and assorted teas round out the pantry items. Small appliances include 12 cup auto-drip coffee maker and filters, microwave, bagel size toaster, kettle and blender. Electric range with oven and refrigerator.
Sleeping/Bathing Arrangements: One full-size bed with privacy screen, Three twin-size beds in second bedroom divided from main part of cottage by a sliding glass door. 1 Full Bath with a Shower Stall and Infrared Heat Lamp. Bath Towels and Bed Linens are provided.
Other Amenities and Features: Comfortable sitting area located between bedrooms and open to the kitchen. Great for reading or relaxing with coffee looking outside onto the deck into the forested backyard. Outdoor electric grill and propane fire table. Outside TREX Deck has dining set with a sun umbrella. Anti-gravity and lawn chairs are also provided. The triple twin bedroom includes a flat screen TV with guest ROKU and DVD/VCR combo. A library of books, DVDs, VCR tapes, board games and puzzles is also provided. Hi-speed fiber internet covers the cottage space.
Climate control: Acadia Sparrow Cottage is adequately cooled by a room air conditioner and standing fans. Sweet ocean air and buoy sounds will blow in from time to time. Chilly moments are warmed by electric wall heaters and an electric fireplace TV stand.
Nature Setting: With Acadia National Park nearby, you may catch a glimpse of local wildlife traversing our yard, such as wild turkeys, deer, an occasional fox and various birds including crows and numerous sparrows!
Above all, we hope you find our cottage is a comfortable retreat for relaxation and a place to spend quality time with your loved ones!
(Now booking Saturday to Saturday for June-Oct 2026)
Helpful links you might want to review:
FREE-Island Explorer Bus Service (we are on bus route 10) https://www.exploreacadia.com/route10.html
Download the Visit Bar Harbor app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/visit-bar-harbor/id1584869528
Download the Park Mobile app for parking meters in Downtown Bar Harbor: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkmobile-park-pay-go/id365399299
If you plan to visit Cadillac Mountain Summit (5/20/26 to 10/25/26) Please make your reservations at: https://www.nps.gov/acad/planyourvisit/vehicle_reservations.htm .......................................................The cottage is inspected for safety and licensed for weekly vacation rentals by the Town of Bar Harbor, Maine (lic#vr2r26-163)
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Important information
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Property # 1085678vb
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
About the area
Bar Harbor
Located in Bar Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cadillac Mountain and Acadia National Park. Wild Gardens of Acadia and Naturalist's Notebook are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing.
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 12 min drive - 15.1 km
Cadillac Mountain - 23 min drive - 21.8 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Jordan Pond House - 10 min drive
Geddy's - 7 min drive
Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - 7 min drive
Aloha - 8 min drive
Finback Alehouse - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3 located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ocean Path Trailhead, Gorham Mountain Trail and Thunder Hole. Sieur de Mont Nature Center and Sieur de Monts Spring are also within 3 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by G Biallas and D Sackett
Our family fell in love with Downeast Maine in the early 1970's when we used to tent camp in Camden Maine and visit Acadia as a day trip. Soon we were exclusively tent and RV camping at Blackwoods Campground in Acadia. After approximately 10 years, we decided to buy a piece of Mount Desert Island to call our own. We gutted and lovingly renovated this 1930 cottage situated on 2 acres, adding all modern amenities. As our family grew we added an additional room for extra living space along with a deck where we enjoy many a meal together. At night we sit on the deck or grab chairs and sit in the front yard to enjoy viewing the dark night sky and the Milky Way. If we are lucky we catch the occasional Aurora Borealis and brilliant shooting stars.
Why they chose this property
There is the old adage: "Location, Location, Location!", it might sound corny but that's what is great about Sparrow Cottage - situated on the central eastern side of Mount Desert Island we're afforded a unique opportunity to quickly reach Acadia's popular sites. Staying on the island easily saves valuable vacation time.
What makes this property unique
We have a close proximity to the Sieur De Monts (5 min/2.5mi) and Seal Harbor (6min/3.8mi) entrances to Acadia National Park. Through these entrances you could be out on the rocky Atlantic coastline or on a hiking trail within 15-20 minutes. We are just 3 short miles from Downtown Bar Harbor where you can enjoy unique shops, a variety of restaurants and entertainment, leisure parks and a great shore path from which you can view the notable Porcupine Islands, Bar Island and Balance Rock.