Beautiful House Overlooking Bass Harbor

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

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Barbecue grill

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Bass Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park
‪18 min walk‬
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
‪3 min drive‬
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
‪3 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Enjoy the amazing sunsets from the deck of this beautiful house located on Bass Harbor.

This charming, antique-filled, two bedroom Cape Cod style house is a comfortable and picturesque home base from which to enjoy your Mt. Desert Island vacation.

The large deck is complete with a dining table and gas grill as well as lounge chairs for sitting in the sun and enjoying the water views.

The first floor is open and breezy with living and dining room offering unrestricted views of the harbor. The living room couch converts to a bed. The cozy den/tv room has a futon for additional sleeping arrangements. A full kitchen (complete with lobster pot!), washer/dryer and bath with a shower complete the first floor.

The second floor features a master bedroom with a queen bed, a second bedroom with twin beds (which can be converted into a king size bed), and a full bath.

Launch your kayak right off the back lawn and paddle your way through the lobster boats moored in the harbor. Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor are just a short drive away as are wonderful restaurants, shopping and all the charm of the quiet side of the island.

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Paul Berner

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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

No cats please, owner allergy. Thank you.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bass Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬11 min walk
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
‪Gott's Store - ‬2 min drive
‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬26 min drive
‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful House Overlooking Bass Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful House Overlooking Bass Harbor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful House Overlooking Bass Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful House Overlooking Bass Harbor located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

26 Oct 2024

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An excellent place in a great location!

This was an amazing place to complete our month long trip to Maine! This home was spacious, clean, well stocked and in a great location. We were less than 10 minutes from Southwest Harbor, which is a great little town. It was easy to get around from here and lots of great hiking, eating, and exploring within minutes from the door. The house is on a fairly busy road, but that was never an issue and we were able to play with our dog off leash in the back yard, which leads down to the waterside. The upstairs shower is short, but wasn’t a problem for my wife, I showered downstairs and didn’t find it too dark, nor too small for a stall type shower. Paul, the owner was awesome! He originally agreed for us to check in early, but when a wind storm knocked down limbs in the front yard, knocking out electricity, he notified us immediately, allowing us to sightsee on our way south from Lubec. Paul’s communication was timely and helpful. Thank you, Paul! We would definitely stay here again if we make it back to that part of the world! I highly recommend this VRBO!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

6 Oct 2024

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Gem

Paul’s home away from home is truly a gem! The quieter side of the park is paradise. We enjoyed playing ball with our dog and evening fires in the spacious backyard. The sunsets are heavenly! I could go on and on………

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

20 Aug 2024

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Third year in this lovely house

We enjoy being on the “quiet side” of the island. But we still have easy access to hiking and biking. We love launching our kayaks from the back yard. And the view is fabulous. I’ll also add that the house is always spotless when we arrive.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

11 Aug 2024

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Fabulous Hidden Gem

This property was located in picturesque Bass Harbor. Filled with beautiful antiques, it was perfect for our little family. This house was well appointed with everything we needed for our stay. I loved the fact that it was on the quiet side of the island during peak season, but still close to many activities to enjoy. We particularly enjoyed sea glass hunting, Beech Mountain hiking, swimming at Echo Lake, and hiking Wonderland and Ship Harbor (all 5-10 minutes from the property. Not to mention all of the other wonderful things to do closer to Bar Harbor. Can’t wait to visit again soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

19 July 2024

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As Maine as it gets!

This was our fifth visit to Blackacre, and it was especially welcome after not being able to visit Maine for the last 6 years. Suffice to say, once we first visited this quintessential Maine cottage, we didn't want to stay anywhere else. As others have said, the photos do not do this house justice. It is right on the water. There are gorgeous harbor views from the deck (and most of the house) and the sunsets do not disappoint! The house is roomy, comfortable, and homey -- and incredibly clean. The recent addition of fans and AC units is most welcome. We love staying on the "quiet side" of the island -- there are plenty of nearby trailheads; it's a short drive to Southwest Harbor, and it's not that far from Bar Harbor, Jordan Pond, Cadillac Mountain, and everything else MDI has to offer. This house is walking/biking distance from the Seafood Ketch restaurant (dog-friendly deck), the Bass Harbor Nature Cruise (highly recommended), the Bass Harbor Lighthouse, the Swans Island Ferry, ice cream, and a mini mart with a surprisingly good selection of grocery items. You're down the road from the highly accessible (and beautiful) Wonderland and Ship Harbor trails and the Seawall, which we found to be great for quick dog walks at the beginning or end of the day. If you're visiting Maine and looking for the real-deal experience, this house is it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

16 July 2024

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Perfect

Quintessential Maine home with a deck overlooking Bass Harbor. Leave your worries at the doorstep and relax.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

15 Oct 2023

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Bass Harbor Splendor

The property was as listed. Beautiful sunsets, first morning greeted by a pair of bald eagles. House and furnishings were very homey. Kitchen was well stocked with good quality pans, dishes and glassware. Paul was very responsive, concerned when we lost power due to tropical storm. Despite being on a busy road felt very private and remote.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary June K.

5 Oct 2023

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ATTENTION MDI LOVERS!

If you love Mount Desert Island, this is the place to go! The location is great, on the quiet side, easy drive to anyplace you want to be, and walking distance to a well-stocked store and great little seafood/ice cream shacks. The cottage is more lovely than the pictures show. It has a well-oufitted kitchen (we love to cook in), lovely deck and yard, and the interior is really clean and comfortable. The host was prompt to reply and very pleasant. This place is a keeper for our list.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

25 Sept 2023

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Happy Maine Getaway

We had a wonderful vacation to Maine the third week in September. Our arrival had a bit of drama due to Hurricane Lee approaching the Island. It was down graded to a tropical storm but unfortunately made landfall on the day of our arrival. Our daughters flight was delayed by a day. You can’t do anything about the weather! The good news is the weather was fabulous for the rest of our trip. Communication with our host was great. We loved the house. It has everything you need. I was sold when I walked into the kitchen and found a clean, new sponge by the sink! So many rentals leave dirty old sponges! We loved the quiet location and view by the harbor is lovely. It is a bit of a drive to the more popular attractions and hikes but we had our car and we’re prepared for that. I would highly recommend this rental.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elissa Z.

26 Aug 2023

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Charming, clean and ocean view

The pictures in the listing do not do this cute little house justice. It is an old, charming home in excellent condition. It’s filled with useful and thoughtful antiques. An old weathervane pointing out the directions, a roll top desk to sit at and do work, antique book cabinets filled to the brim with interesting titles, beautiful wooden chairs to sit in… it’s a special little place. For our family of 4, it was the perfect size. My teen children opted to not share the second bedroom and my son slept in the TV room that had a couch that opened to a bed. The French doors even thoughtfully had blinds that could be rolled down for privacy. We also really enjoyed the beautiful night sky as we lay on the recliners on the deck. And there was a telescope and binoculars to use too. The owners really thought of everything. The only downside of the home was the shower situation. The upstairs shower has the angle of the roof in it and cannot be used by anyone tall. There is a stall shower in the downstairs bathroom but it’s small and dark. That was my only complaint. But I’ll deal with it for the rest of the house!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kohlenstein K.

15 Aug 2023

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The Perfect Trip

We had a wonderful stay and after seeing the crowds in Bar Harbor we were glad to be staying on the “quiet side.” We spent our days enjoying all that Acadia has to offer and our evenings enjoying the house and everything IT has to offer. The harbor view is spectacular and instantly relaxing. Spectacular sunsets were followed by crystal clear night skies. We were lucky enough to be there during a meteor shower. The house was lovely and as advertised. We hope to be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

29 July 2023

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Peaceful place

We were back this year. We love that the property is right on Bass Harbor. We sit and look at the water, enjoy the sunsets, look for birds. Also convenient to Acadia for hiking and biking. Close to Southwest Harbor. Went kayaking right off the property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

26 July 2023

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Great home base for exploring Mt Desert Island

The house was very clean inside and out. It has a huge yard that would be great for kids to play in. We didn’t have an issue with mosquitoes as other reviewers noted. You can’t really get in the water as it’s located high into Bass Harbor and therefore low tide leaves it very muddy not sandy or rocky. The house is very roomy and a little quirky in a charming way. It’s located on a little lane with one other house which is barely visible. There is one other house next to it (the pier shown in the pictures belongs to the house next door). The deck of the neighboring house is visible to the Black Acre deck. There is quite a bit of road noise but it quiets down at night. While there, we hiked at near trails, ate at several restaurants (Thortons was our favorite), steamed lobsters in house (found a guy that sold them for $7 lb), drove up Cadillac mountain and rented kayaks on Long pond. The weather was fair but we made the best of it. Overall good vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

15 July 2023

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Great Spot

Beautiful setting, convenient to Acadia trail heads, kayaking, boating, ferries, restaurants, lobster. Very comfortable house with all the essentials. We ate a lot of our meals in, so, it was important to be able to cook. This small country kitchen was perfect and we even grilled lobsters two nights. Great hosts and pet friendly. I highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

11 June 2023

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Wonderful!

What a wonderful home! Very clean, comfortable, and cozy. Excellent communication….our week here was a 10/10. Will be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody L.

14 Oct 2022

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Beautiful location

The property is right on Bass harbor allowing a fantastic opportunity to watch the tides and the amazing sunsets. I grew up in Bass Harbor and wanted the feel of my home town, this property provided that.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

24 Sept 2022

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Wonderful Time

We were so close to any activity we did, I couldn't think of a better place to be! The cottage was immaculate and everything was as promised. Plenty of extra essentials and more than enough room for a weeks worth of supplies. We can't wait to come (go) back.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

20 Sept 2022

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Beautiful, clean, “quietside” home

We loved our time at this home. It was immaculately clean, with more space than we anticipated from photos. The real showstopper is the view from most rooms of the house and the large deck. Despite a somewhat quirky layout of the kitchen, we had no issues making nightly meals. We enjoyed being on the quiet side of MDI, but ease of getting to most everything we wanted to do. Would recommend to friends and return ourselves.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

28 Aug 2022

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Immaculately clean, picturesque setting, great location on the quietside.

Spent a lovely week enjoying sunsets on the deck, boiling lobster, relaxing, and kayaking in Bass Harbor (you can't beat the easy launch site!) The house was exceptionally clean and more spacious than we expected. We converted the downstairs sitting room to a bedroom (couch folds down) for my father in law and the living room was still plenty spacious for our group of four adults to relax. Location is great, five minute drive from Southwest Harbor and some easy walks on the ocean. Bit further from Acadia and Bar Harbor hubbub which meant less traffic and quieter evenings. Would definitely stay at Paul's again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

22 Aug 2022

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Beautiful view in Bass Harbor

We were stunned with the beauty right in the back yard. We watched the tide go in and out and enjoyed the spectacular sunsets. One night we used the fire pit and made s'mores. Often had meals on the deck. Very clean, lots of space. We like the quiet side of the island. Yet we could easily get to the national park for hiking and cycling.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

16 Aug 2022

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Maine coast at its finest!

Everything about our stay at Blackacre was perfect! The location on the quiet side of MDI was exactly what we were looking for, with plenty of space, impeccably clean and appointed, a wonderful deck overlooking the harbor, and easy access to launch our kayaks from the lawn. We highly recommend Paul and Blackacre in Bass Harbor!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

phil w.

4 Aug 2022

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We had a fantastic time

We had a great time, Bass Harbor is located near South Harbor with good dining options. Nice views, close to everywhere, no more than 20-30min everything. I loved the house, well appointed, had everything we needed for a great week in Maine.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

megan m.

31 July 2022

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Quintessential Maine cottage review

We had a wonderful week on Bass Harbor. The cottage was very clean and has much vintage charm. The location is great, views are amazing, the deck has beautiful views and sunsets (although it gets direct sun with little shade most of the day). The little beach is fun to search for crabs and seashells with the littles. The 2 bedrooms were perfect for a family of 4, and the queen bed was very comfortable. The living room/dining area is very spacious and the separate tv room/den was a nice added bonus. The kitchen was fine, although not much room for cooking. The owner was very quick to respond to any questions…. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

26 July 2022

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Even better than the photos

The location alone is fantastic, a grassy lawn that slopes to the water and magical sunsets. This Quiet Side home is quintessential Maine and very comfortable. From the furniture to the books on the shelves, I had a hard time remembering that I wasn't actually in my own house! During our stay we had a couple of questions and Paul answered immediately. We absolutely expect to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

12 July 2022

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Family Getaway

What a beautiful place to spend a week in the summer! My partner and I brought our two young children and our dog along for the vacation and we had more than enough space in the house and the sunsets could not have been more beautiful. We loved playing by the water with the little ones and enjoying a glass of wine on the deck after putting them down for bed. Bass Harbor / Southwest Harbor is a great place to stay for families looking for a little less hustle and bustle than Bar Harbor. The drive to Acadia is relatively short and we made the 30 minute drive to Bar Harbor twice as well. Couldn't recommend this play more and definitely will be visiting again with the family!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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