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The Parsonage: Bar Harbor Village close to Hiking with Updated Comfort and Style

Family-friendly holiday home in Bar Harbor

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, West Street Historic District
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2nd Floor King

1 King Bed

2nd Floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

3rd Floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

3rd Floor Twin

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Half Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

2nd Floor Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

3rd Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Parsonage: Bar Harbor Village close to Hiking with Updated Comfort and Style

This charming cottage, built back in the 1930s will offer your family the utmost in comfort and an enviable in-town setting in the heart of Bar Harbor's village. Take a short stroll and you'll find plenty of shops and restaurants to explore daily excursions from the town dock and harbor and an enchanting walk along the historic Shore Path. The complementary Island Explorer Shuttle, departing from the Village Green is also just a few blocks away offering frequent departures and multiple routes into Acadia National Park and to the other villages of the Island. Active guests will also surely enjoy being able to walk from the house to reach nearby Great Meadow with its various hiking trails leading up and over Kebo, Dorr, and Cadillac, a few of the eastern mountains of Acadia.

FIRST FLOOR: Front entrance through the relaxing sun porch leads into the foyer. Living room with comfortable furnishings and windows looking out to the covered porch. Dining Room with seating for up to eight. Charming kitchen with modern appliances and breakfast bar to seat four. The rear Mud room leads to a furnished flagstone patio with an outdoor table for eight and a gas grill. Half Bath.

SECOND FLOOR: Bedroom with King bed and spacious closets. Full Bathroom with tub and shower combination. A second bedroom with Queen bed leads to a Den with television w/ Roku and sectional sofa, which lends itself well as a suite when the hallway door is closed for privacy.

THIRD FLOOR: A bedroom with a Twin bed and a sitting area with a television (Roku). A bedroom with a Queen bed and television (Roku). Full bathroom with a large soaking tub and handheld spray nozzle.

OUTDOOR SPACES: Furnished flagstone patio with table. Gas Grill.

EXTRAS: Window air conditioning in the downstairs dining area and one each in the 2nd and 3rd-floor bedrooms. Two off-street parking spaces are available - one in the driveway, and one in a garage. Two pack 'n' plays, two folding high chairs, and a "red flier tricycle/stroller" are available upon request.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
With supervision due to steeper interior stairs
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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
Please submit the total number of people in your party, including the number of adults and the ages of children.
Please refer to the Rental Agreement. By moving forward with booking, you agree to the terms of the Rental Agreement with the homeowner.
Saturday-to-Saturday bookings are typically required. Please inquire if you prefer other dates.

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 VR2R25-002

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required 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. West Street Historic District and Criterion Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bar Harbor Whale Watching and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Travelling with kids? Consider College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and Wild Gardens of Acadia. 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

  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • West Street Historic District - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Criterion Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bar Harbor Beer Works - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Parsonage: Bar Harbor Village close to Hiking with Updated Comfort and Style pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Parsonage: Bar Harbor Village close to Hiking with Updated Comfort and Style?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Parsonage: Bar Harbor Village close to Hiking with Updated Comfort and Style?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Parsonage: Bar Harbor Village close to Hiking with Updated Comfort and Style?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is The Parsonage: Bar Harbor Village close to Hiking with Updated Comfort and Style located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Bar Harbor Historical Society, St. Saviour's Church and Jesup Memorial Library. Acadia National Park is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property for family and friends. A short walk to every thing in Bar Harbor!
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was in an ideal location. Close to the Farmer's market, dowtown and churches. The home was tastefully decorated with personal touches throughout. This was truly a home away from home. The kitchen was stocked and very clean! The owner responded quickly when contacted. We already booked for 2026.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good but need large pot to cook lobsters for 4 people.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Well stocked and spacious . Very short walk into town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely love staying at the Parsonage!! This is our third year renting this property. The location is perfect, close to the busses at the village green and also close to the downtown area. The home is very comfortable and with three floors it offers privacy too. The home is well stocked and very clean. We also appreciated the children’s toys for our granddaughter. Would definitely rent here again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia H.

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

Beautiful Place!

This was a comfortable and pretty house, a great place to stay for our vacation. Great location for visitors. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Perfect location and house

Family visit to the island. We come yearly and like staying in this area to avoid trying to park in BH. Perfect house for us. Wishes would be more backyard and 2 showers but very doable for 1 teen and 4 adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Perfect house and location

We had a wonderful time in Bar Harbor, staying at the Parsonage. The house was beautiful with everything we needed. Location was close to everything downtown and perfect for exploring Acadia and MDI. We would love to come back and stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Best house in Bar Harbor

We had an amazing time staying at The Parsonage for our family vacation visiting Bar Harbor. Perfect location with a 5-10 minute walk to town. House is beautiful and fully equipped with everything needed. The caretaker was very accessible and so easy to communicate with. It’s the little things that make for a wonderful vacation and staying here was certainly the best. Would love to stay again if in this area in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Wonderful place to stay in Bar Harbor

Check-in was super easy. The kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans, cooking utensils, a full size coffee pot, dishes, and everything we needed. We especially appreciated the attention to details that the host showed: there were reusable shopping bags, beach chairs, a good selection of games and toys and books for children. The arrangement of the rooms was convenient for our family, as my daughter and her two children had their private space on the third floor and my husband and I (grandparents) could retreat into our second floor bedroom and sitting room. There was also another bedroom for a nanny. We loved the configuration of the rooms. There is also a playground within a short walk. In addition, everything was walkable—to the village green to catch a shuttle to Acadia, to the sand bar walk, shore walk, and Bar Harbor restaurants and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stevens R.

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

Great Place

Great Place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

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

Bar Harbor 2024

Clean and neat house oozes with charm. Close to all attractions. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

anjie C.

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

Perfection

Everything was wonderful. It was a perfect location and we enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Quiet and serene

A great house at a great location. Just a few blocks to everything. Very clean and comfortable property
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

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

Amazing Vacation

House was very spacious, just as pictured, and got high praise from all family members!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

The Parsonage is Perfect!

This is our third year staying at the Parsonage and we love it. Very roomy and comfortable, and the location is easy walking distance to downtown. The house was well appointed and had everything we needed! We will be back next year!!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria L.

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

Family vacation

Great location in town. Just 2 blocks to Main Street shops, restaurants and harbor. It's short drive to Acadia National Park or you can use the bus system in town for easy access to hiking trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

Perfect family getaway.

This home is perfect for a family or group stay in Bar Harbor. Plenty of room to spread out inside the house and it’s in a perfect location to downtown Bar Harbor. It’s a two block walk to all the restaurants and shops. It’s also close to Acadia National Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Great place to stay!!

We loved staying at the Parsonage!! We were very comfortable in this lovely home. Very clean and well stocked. The location was perfect for us to use the bus transportation at the Village Green. We would definitely like to rent here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great house, great location!

This property is an awesome way to experience Bar Harbor and Acadia. Easily walkable to downtown, clean and well appointed with all the amenities. Great indoor and outdoor space. Couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen W.

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

Beautiful house & location

We had a wonderful stay at the Parsonage. It’s a beautiful home with many amenities and awesome location. The owners have thought of every need anyone could have while on a family vacation! Will definitely be going back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E., Amawalk NY

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

Fall Getaway

The home was a short walk to town which was perfect for us. The Parsonage was extremely clean and cozy. We will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine F.

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

Wonderful home

This property is as advertised. Wonderful location, 5-10 minute walk to Main Street and the waterfront. The neighborhood is very quiet. The home had all the amenities needed for 6 adults, for 5 days. Plenty of room too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great place & location for 6 people

I would highly recommend this house for your stay in BH. Centrally located, everyone had their own room, can walk into town which is ideal since parking is tough to find. We had 4 adults and 2 teens.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nate W.

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

Family trip Bar Harbor and Acadia

The house couldn't have been better. It was clean, well supplied, and the layout was perfect for our family with three kids. We were there for five nights in October. The location was easily walkable to downtown Bar Harbor as well as being an easy drive to everything we wanted to do in Acadia.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by The Knowles Company

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Located on Mount Desert Island surrounded by Acadia National Park, The Knowles Company has been a successful rental and real estate business since 1898. As a representative for the property owner, our experienced and knowledgeable rental professionals work as a team to provide the tenant guest with a level of personalized assistance to ensure an excellent rental experience.

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