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Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5

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A rocky shoreline with large boulders and sparse vegetation.
A cabin surrounded by dense forest with a visible wooden staircase leading up to it.
A cabin surrounded by tall trees, with a grassy yard and a small porch.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a television, a bookshelf, and a large window offering a view of trees.
A wooden cabin with large windows, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a kitchen with a microwave.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Garland Farm
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

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)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1 sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 sleeps 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5

Spruce is a comfy and cozy chalet perched on a bluff overlooking Frenchman Bay. Steps take you to 650 feet of private shore front. It has large picture windows facing the bay and sliders to the deck. With two bedrooms. One bedroom has a queen bed, the other had one twin and two bunks. It sleeps 5 and it has a fold out futon, as well. It has an open concept living/dining/kitchen area, two private bedrooms, and one bath with a shower, but no tub. There is also an outdoor shower. 934 sq ft

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not accommodate EVs
Once the reservation is confirmed by VRBO, all communication between owner and guest is through regular email and mobile phone
If you have more than one dog or your dog is 50 lbs or larger, please inform the owner

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2208545vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this chalet is in a rural area and on the beach. 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 George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History 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
  • ‪Aloha - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Currents Seafood And Spirits - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5 pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet 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 Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bar Harbor chalet is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Garland Farm and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Spruce Chalet is a great place to immerse yourself in the experience of Acadia and Mt. Desert Island. Peter is a wonderful host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
It was a pleasure to host you again, Andy. Thanks for coming
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect spot for our family of 5. The view was amazing. You could walk right out the door and walk down the stairs to Frenchman Bay. It was also close to everything - Bar Harbor, Southport. We had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thanks for coming Katrina, if you think of ways I can make Spruce more comfortable and convenient for guests, please let me know. thanks for choosing Spruce and coming to Bar Harbor.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the Spruce Chalet. Everything was very clean upon arrival, communication with Peter was excellent, and we were close to everything we wanted to do in and around Bar Harbor. The cozy space was perfect for our family of five. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sallye S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a perfect Maine cabin. Rustic but all you need. Beautiful view of Frenchman Bay. We loved it! Host reached out to check on us. Perfect stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2026
Thanks for coming. Glad you enjoyed your stay. If you can think of anything I can do to make Spruce more convenient and enjoyable for future guests, please let me know.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betty C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and view from this cozy cabin. It was the perfect spot to relax after hikes and a short drive to Bar Harbor for dinner, coffee or breakfast. We enjoyed dinner at Sweet Pea the first night and lobster rolls at Lund’s the next day. Otherwise we tried several places in Bar Harbor which were all good; cafe this way, side street cafe, Blaze and Galyn’s. Also, Peter was a great host.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Thanks for coming to Bar Harbor and choosing to stay at Spruce. Glad you were happy. You were a pleasure to host. Please let me know if you think there are any ways I can make Spruce more enjoyable for future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place. Would stay again! Beautiful views from the deck!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved having our coffee on the patio in the morning and watching the water and wildlife. Very quiet yet close to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Also appreciated Peter’s recommendations.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, very quiet and secluded. Perfect for a getaway with my husband. Owner was wonderful, made sure we had everything we needed. Close to area attractions. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephanie M.

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

Great location & views

Great location close to Bar Harbor & other activities but far enough away from the crowds. Great views from the deck overlooking the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Read H.

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

The view

Wonder view from the back deck. Great convenient location.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thanks for coming. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Please let me knownif you think of ways i can make Spruce more or convenient for future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spruce chalet was great little spot to stay in Acadia for our 3 teen (14, 14, and 16)boys and us. Close to the park and downtown Bar Harbor. Great water views! The house really had everything we needed. Kitchen was well stocked. Peter was very responsive for anything that came up.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian & Sarah K.

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 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS R.

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

Getaway

Great location was able to do a lot without driving hours away
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

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

Great rustic cabin overlooking Frenchman’s Bay

Loved the cabin - it was perfect for our family. We were happy to be out of town and on the water, beds were comfy and the cabin clean. Had enough pots and pans, utensils to cook meals.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Basil V.

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

Cute Chalet

Great views and easy access to Acadia. Peter was very communicative and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dan K.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Unfortunately our experience at this cabin was a really mixed bag. I’ll start with the positive. On one hand, the location is on a cliff overlooking the bay, It’s close enough to the park and BH but not in the crowds. The cabin has a lot of potential and could be really cool with some attention and TLC. The not great: the owner/manager seems nice but is in the Middle East, so there’s a 12 hour time difference and comms are either non existent or at very unusual times. The cabin has a lot of rules about check in so we showed up at the designated time of 5pm on a Saturday, which is pretty late. The cabin was filthy. Dirty floors, dirty bathroom and kitchen, linens on the floor, stained mattress pads and blankets, no spares and no cleaning supplies. We tried reaching the owner for hours… nothing. And due to the late hour on a Saturday we didn’t really have a plan b. So we went out and bought cleaning supplies, found his supply shed and covered the stained mattress pads and stained comforters the best we could.From then on we did communicate with the owner but again at odd times. He texted me around midnight a few times. Outdoor shower is broken, floor has soft/rot spots, and it needs more than a deep cleaning - it needs more regular maintenance and attention. With some effort and a present local manager it could be a 5 star cabin. But in its current state… it is clearly needing some extra attention.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2026
Thanks for coming, Dan, sorry for the inconvenience's you experienced. We discussed these and I satisfied your requests. I hope you will browse previous reviews that show that your experience was an extreme outlier. It has an overall rating of 9.4. In fact, most reviews are 5 stars including for cleanliness and my responsiveness, too. I only texted you at late hours, because I was replying to your texts or phone calls. I am sorry to say that you've exagerated a few things. You stated that there are a lot of rules about checking in. In fact there is only one rule: not before 5:00 PM on Saturdays or earlier with advanced notice. We did not receive any early arrival request from you. You state that the outdoor shower was broken, but actually, it was undergoing a rebuild and had not been completed. You were well aware that it was being rebuilt because we texted about that. It is now fully functional. Again thanks for coming.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Wonderful cabin

The cabin is beautiful, right on the water. It's rustic and I wouldn't want to explore MDI in other way! We had a baby with us, but his afternoon naps and early morning risings. were much more enjoyable with the beautiful view from the cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janeen V.

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

Perfect for us!

This little cabin was the perfect getaway for my husband and I. Peter was so helpful-giving us great suggestions and guiding us as navigating to Bar Harbor for the first time. The canine was fully stocked, super cozy and the view was spectacular. The morning sunrise was glorious. The location was perfect for our stay the area to fully explore Acadia. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Thanks for coming, Janeen. It was a pleasure to meet you both. Glad you enjoyed the chalet. Spruce and Birch are due for new furniture this winter. If you think of ways i can make Spruce more convenient for future guests, please let me know. Thanks for coming
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Beautiful stay

Beautiful property with water views and convenient to Bar Harbor and Acadia. We thought it was perfect for two but could also comfortably fit a family of 4-5. Peter was responsive and provided many useful recommendations to make our stay more enjoyable. Kitchen is well equipped. We would certainly stay again when in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2022
Thanks for coming, Rachel. So glad you enjoyed your stay. If you can think of anything I can do to improve the experience for future guests please let me know. Thanks for coming to Bar Harbor.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

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

Wonderful

Peter’s Spruce Chalet is fantastic. Great view, clean, quiet…a great place to get away. Peter is a great communicator and host. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2022
Thanks for coming, Andy, the most important thing is that you had a great week. If you can think of ways I can improve things for future guests, please let me know.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cory P.

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

Great location

Host communicated with us throughout the visit. Enjoyed the location. Only complaint would be the shower head. A new one would do wonders.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alicia K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy little cottage

Cozy little cottage on the lake! We greatly enjoyed our home away from home. It is tiny but it was just what we needing in a landing pad for our day hiking trips in beautiful Acadia. There were some plumbing issues while we were staying there, but Peter got right on fixing it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2023
Thanks for coming, Alicia, I wish we could have resolved those plumbing issues immediately, but thanks for your forbearance. The shower head is being installed today. Please let me know if you think of ways I can make the experience for future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brianne W.

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

We had an amazing stay at the Spruce chalet!

Our family loved this little cabin - while tiny, it had all we needed and was truly the perfect location to explore Acadia and Mount Desert Island. We enjoyed the drive to and from the park and Bar Harbor. We also loved having Sweat Pea's and C-Rays so close and ate at Sweat Pea's twice! The lovely view, my daily yoga and coffee on the deck, the direct access to the stairs down to the shore, exploring the shore and water during low tide; we truly loved the stay. Thanks for sharing the chalet!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
Thank you for coming, Brianne, i strive to make Birch an enjoyable, convenient place for our guests. Your feedback is important, so if you can think of ways that Birch can be made more comfy and enjoyable, please let me know. Especially, it us gratifying to know you and you family had a nice stay. Thanks for coming to MDI
Verified review

8/10 Good

mark s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

loved almost everything but the shower/bathroom

Views off the porch were stunning, The place was super cute and rustic as we expected. Great location and our favorite restaurants were all very near by. The shower however is like bathing with a straight jacket on...maybe worse than that. That is the only reason we would not return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2024
Thanks for coming, but sorry to hear you were disappointed with the shower. It is snug, but "straight jacket" might be a bit exaggerated! For future guests info, the shower surround is 2' 8" x 2' 3." Maybe it depends on the user's size. I am 6', 215 and I haven't been inconvenienced by the shower surround size.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Lovely Place with Awesome View

Great place to stay overlooking beautiful view of Frenchmen Bay. Very clean and rustic cabin accompanied by high quality sheets and down comforter. Comfortable beds. Very good wi fi. Very attentive and responsive host. Quiet and restful environs 15 mins from the hub bub of bar harbor. Aldo short drive to Acadia. You can watch sunrise from the deck. And see it set down the road at Hadley Point.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2022
Thanks for coming Laura. Glad you had a good time. I am always looking for ways to improve Spruce for future guests, so if you have suggestions, please be in touch.

About the host

Hosted by Peter Miano

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I first came to Maine and Mt. Desert Island as an 18 year old bound for a year long volunteer assignment at Our School in Robbinston, about 100 miles east of MDI. That is when I fell in love with the land and seascapes of Maine, its natural beauty, its powerful seasons (if you haven't discovered Maine in Winter, maybe now is the time), and its rich heritage. Over the years, I returned often to Acadia and Downeast for family vacations.

Why they chose this property

After a long, tedious search for a place to buy and enjoy and after several frustrations, I found Shore Haven, although it wasn't called that at the time. It was love a first sight. In addition, I purchased the adjacent property, which has a Cape house. Shore Haven's unsurpassed natural setting and extraordinary access to all the amenities of MDI, not to mention all of Downeast and the interior as well, were strong attraction for me. Shore Haven's chalet's (Overlook, Spruce, Birch), and Cape (the Cape Lookout), offered the opportunity of welcoming others to enjoy MCI the same way that I do with my family and friends. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do. I hope the Maine coast enchants you the way is does me. Relax, have fun, soak up the atmosphere. Welcome to Shore Haven.

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