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Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12

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A wooden deck with two green Adirondack chairs overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.
A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a fireplace, and a cozy seating area.
A spacious dining area with a round wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A two-story house with a large front porch, surrounded by a wooded area and a lake.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Garland Farm

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, beach near Hadley Point Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Garland Farm
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 master (2nd floor)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 (2nd floor)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (1st floor)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (ground floor)

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

1st floor

Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Ground floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • beach near Hadley Point Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Garland Farm - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 26 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪2 Cats - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Original Travelin' Lobster - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 located?

Located in the heart of Bar Harbor, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Garland Farm and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Acadia National Park and Atlantic Brewing Company are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to make family memories
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on a beautiful setting. It is well stocked, clean and communication with the host Peter was excellent. Sitting on the deck is very relaxing. We saw so many deer, a red fox, pileated woodpecker, hummingbirds, osprey, and other wildlife while at the property. It is quiet and very serene. Highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home and location for our family get-together. Didn’t hurt that we had incredible weather. Owner provided timely and useful information. Would definitely rent again. Oh yeah, the daily seal show and eagle was a nice bonus !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every thing at the VRBO was perfect. Location excellent for the activities that we wanted to do. Getting down to the beach area was a bit difficult and would be for elderly and very young children.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent six days at Overlook at Shore Haven. The home was equipped with everything we needed, especially the kitchen. The home was exactly as described and fit our needs. Communicating with the owner was excellent. Our grandkids loved being able to walk down to the water and the deck and lawn allowed us space to enjoy the outdoors.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent a great week at Overlook in late March. Location was perfect for both on and off island activities. Beautiful views at any time of day, but sunrise was particularly good.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The property is well located with excellent view from the rear deck, but it is badly outdated with poor maintenance and poor housekeeping. Linens were soiled as were dishes/pots/apppliances, shower curtains, furniture, patched screens, etc.We made it work but definitely not worth the fee.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2026
I am glad that your comments are very atypical. here is what others say: We had a wonderful six night stay in early October...we all agreed, it was the nicest VRBO stay we have ever had. Great house - great location...The communication with the host prior and during the visit was thorough and helpful...Cannot recommend highly enough I invite others to read through previous reviews to get very different perspectives.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location for all the bar harbor and acadia attractions. Close to town as well. Beautiful home on the water with access to watch to the tides, sunrises, starlit nights. Peter was in constant contact to make sure our stay was an amazing visit. Cant wait to make our next trip up and stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of two families enjoyed our stay outside Bar Harbor. The location was great for easy access to all neighboring attractions.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
Thanks for coming. Please let me know if you can think of ways, beyond what you've already called my attention to, that I can make Overlook more enjoyable for future guests
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best house we have stayed in, over 45 years of multiple vacations at Acadia
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Thanks for coming, Julie, and thanks for your strong review. We all work hard here, but the purpose is always to ensure our guests have a standout experience. That's what matters. Thanks for coming to Bar Harbor and choosing Overlook. If you think of eays we can make it even mote enjoyable, please let me know. 🙏
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and the house and the host was great at communicating with us. We hope to stay here again! Wonderful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2025
Thanks for coming! Glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place and host - authentic Maine experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful post and beam home. Close to town and Acadia. Thinking about staying again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning bayside views of sunrise and water birds. Gourmet kitchen that is well stocked. Comfortable beds, linens, and living space. Only one problem, very poor water pressure. I don’t recommend showers. Sponge bath works for us. Made it feel a little more rustic. We had a wonderful family vacation! Very pet friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2026
Sorry to learn you had a problem with water pressure. It is not a kkown pronlwm as reviews attest. It's difficult for us to correct a problem that we don't know about. We don't like oir guests to be inconvenienced. Thanks for.letting us know, but wish you had mentioned it when we could have done something to mKe you stay better for you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property has everything you could possibly need to spend an amazing week relaxing rain and shine. Peter went above and beyond to make our stay as special as possible
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2025
Thanks for coming to Bar Harbor and choosing to stay at Shore Haven. Thanks also for your great communication during the stay. You'll be pleased to know that I made the repairs to the dining area light fixture.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was comfortable with beautiful views and convenient to Acadia, restaurants, other island spots. Loved being so close to the beach . Also enjoyed the wildlife. Was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
Thanks for coming. It was a pleasure to host you and your family.if you think ways i can make Overlook more enjoyable for future guests, please let me know
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property for our extended family vacation! Host was very communicative & helpful. Our favorite thing was sitting on the deck, taking in the incredible view! We highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Thanks for coming! Glad you had a good time. If you can think of ways I can make Spruce more enjoyable for future guests, please let me know.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great property! Location to Acadia Park, Bar Harbor, and other destinations was perfect. Enough room for all 6 adults, with room to spare. Loved the walks down by the water, sitting on the back deck, and spent some time in the front yard as well. All of our time in the house was spent sitting around the table playing games after a day away, and of course sleeping. We didn’t do any cooking, but the kitchen seemed well stocked. May have been the timing, but we had no issues with any type of bug while outside. I highly recommend Cadillac Mountain for sunrise, but you get a pretty spectacular view from the main suite/ back porch in this house as well.Peter was great to communicate with, and instructions were very detail. You didn’t have to wonder how to handle a situation. So thankful we found this rental. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Thanks for coming, Debbie. You were a pleasure to host. Glad you had a good time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Overlook

The view and quietness were breathtaking, the home was clean, comfortable and well-equipped. All ages of our family enjoyed our stay. Property is situated for access to Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2024
Thanks for coming Denise. If you can think of ways I can make Overlook more convenient for future guests, please let me know.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding!

This was our first experience with a VRBO and it was a great experience! Peter made everything very easy and we felt right at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2025
Thanks for coming, John, please let me know if you think of ways I can make Overlook more convenient and enjoyable
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful six night stay in early October. Three generation family and we all agreed, it was the nicest VRBO stay we have ever had. Great house - great location. The communication with the host prior and during the visit was thorough and helpful. The house is really well laid out with a large common area and a great porch to gather. Great accessibility to Acadia. Cannot recommend highly enough
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Experience!

Great Experience - The view from the property was incredible, and our host was kind, accommodating, and responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property location was very nice. Easy drive to everything on the island but remote at the same time. The sunrises are amazing. Plenty of room and comfortable for 8 people. Well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. Peter was always available, check in was easy. Driveway is quite steep, I recommend having a 4 wheel dive car if you plan on staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

More wonderful than Expected

Property was clean, well supplied with anything needed, beautiful location, and close to everything!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2021
Thanks, Stacy. Let me know if you can think of ways we can prepare Overlook future guests. I hope you enjoyed the fresh mussels from the shoreline!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view off the back porch and the overall charm of the property makes this place special! We saw seals everyday while sitting in the back porch. At night you get a great clear view of the stars! We had everything we could need available to us! With Acadia and bar harbor just a short drive away it makes this house a home run!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thanks for cominhg. Glad you enjoyed Overlook
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