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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washer/dryer
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Balcony or patio
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
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Deck or patio
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Kitchenette
About this property
Bar Harbor Small 1BR Condo: All You Need for your Getaway. Ideal Location!
Military veteran-owned. Please contact me if you are a disabled veteran. I purchased this small condo in early 2022 as my winter home: I am making a film about Acadia and I use this space as my launching pad and winter respite. Upgrades: Two Aventon eBikes with custom seats, 7.2.2 Dolby Atmos new home theater with 85" Sony HDR TV, Le Creuset cookware, bakeware, and serve ware, refrigerator, dishwasher, high-end bedframe, luxury bed and bedding, new desk with dedicated HDR monitor and workstation, a ductless heater and air conditioner, double-reclining LazyBoy leather couch, full-size washer and dryer, renovated bathroom, quartz countertops, and charcoal grill. Please read reviews posted for my first three seasons. I treat my guests as if they were my own family. A portion of rental income goes to two charities I love: Friends of Acadia and PAATH, a Maine veterans organization. I have donated $1,000 to the same non-profits this year (2024) as well. Thank you for making this possible! This one-bedroom efficiency condo is located at ground level for easy access and has the best location of any property on Mount Desert Island! You will be able to reach most eastern MDI hiking locations in Acadia National Park within 15 minutes from this downtown Bar Harbor location. When you return home after a day of hiking, you can park in your own off-street parking spot directly in front of your condo... and walk virtually anywhere in The village of Bar Harbor in 10 minutes! This is crucial because ANP has become one of the highest demand locations in the United States: Without dedicated parking it is near impossible to visit the village or dine at one of our many restaurants. Alternately you can bike to the park with the fully charged eBikes and skip the traffic congestion entirely! The Village contains 99% of all restaurants, shops, bars and cafés on the entire island…and they are all within a 10 minute walk from the condo! This small two room efficiency home is appointed with a living room with exceptional natural light, a small dining table for two, and a kitchenette with full-size appliances to prepare your own food. I have the only wood-burning fireplace available in downtown Bar Harbor. I leave puhlenty of firewood on the property. Nothing beats a nice fire after a long day of hiking in Acadia during autumn, winter, and early spring! The bedroom contains a magnificent king-size bed from Helix. The lovely solid wood frame comes from Tuft and Needle. All bedding, including down pillows and comforter are from Boll and Branch- the best available bedding and linen you can buy! I installed a new heat/AC unit in May 2023 so you can keep the window closed at night if you prefer. It also includes a small desk with a 34-inch Apple XDR (HDR) Display, keyboard, and left and right-handed mice as well as an OWC Thunderbolt Pro charging and media station for XD, CFAST, and CF Express cards. I also provide a new B/W laser printer (paper and backup cartridges included) as well as a quality portable Epson document scanner. The internet connection is 350+mbps and is highly reliable. I leverage the best available modem/routers/WIFI from Nighthawk. I have a brand new Herman Miller Aeron chair with a nice glass floor mat. The two new eBikes are very easy to ride and have superb hydraulic brakes too. I use them to access distant locations as well as largely inaccessible carriage roads built by the Duponts and Rockefellers in the 1920s. This is the only property in Bar Harbor to include eBikes with the property rental! The bikes are engineered so that you can allow the bike to assist you while peddling as much or as little as you desire. I have high quality helmets available for your use. Safety first! Enjoy your morning coffee on the sunny patio, fill your day with hiking, biking and sea kayaking, walk 10 minutes to a slew of exceptional restaurants, and return home to watch your favorite movies on my Apple TV(600+ movies to choose from including all 2025 Oscar nominees). The unit also includes a brand new (2024) full-size washer and dryer should you need it. Woolite and Downy are provided as are stain removers and dryer sheets. No pets or smoking please. This is a carbon-neutral property.
You can spend your time fighting traffic trying to reach the park and the village or you can rest easy at this quaint, quiet and perfectly located condo!
Town of Bar Harbor Government Graft Authorization Code: VR1R25-009
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Property Registration Number VR1R22-104
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 condo 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History 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 snowmobiling and ice skating.
Bar Harbor, ME
What's nearby
West Street Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Village Green - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Criterion Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Shore Path - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Atlantic Brewing Downtown - 5 min walk
Thirsty Whale - 5 min walk
Choco-Latte - 6 min walk
Dog & Pony Tavern - 6 min walk
Side Street Cafe - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Bar Harbor Small 1BR Condo: All You Need for your Getaway. Ideal Location! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Bar Harbor Small 1BR Condo: All You Need for your Getaway. Ideal Location!?
As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bar Harbor Small 1BR Condo: All You Need for your Getaway. Ideal Location! on 31 July 2026 start from AU$603, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Bar Harbor Small 1BR Condo: All You Need for your Getaway. Ideal Location!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bar Harbor Small 1BR Condo: All You Need for your Getaway. Ideal Location!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bar Harbor Small 1BR Condo: All You Need for your Getaway. Ideal Location!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bar Harbor Small 1BR Condo: All You Need for your Getaway. Ideal Location! located?
Located in the heart of Bar Harbor, this golf condo building is within a 10-minute walk of St. Saviour's Church and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Acadia National Park is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.
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Good communication with host. Condo is conveniently located near Bar Harbor’s shops and restaurants, easy walking distance. The condo was small, but comfortable, with everything we needed. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed here while celebrating our engagement in Bar Harbor/ Acadia. Great communication from the host, perfect location, and all the amenities that you would need while staying in Bar Harbor. Will be back again!
We absolutely loved our stay here! The property was very clean. The location was perfect! Super short walk to restaurants and shops in downtown Bar Harbor. We would definitely stay here again!
It was just a great spot centrally located right in downtown Bar Harbor. Phenomenal TV and sound system would recommend to anybody and especially that the owner was a former veteran of the arm services and contributes all our part of the rent to friends of Acadia. We will definitely be going back.
It's small but has it all! We enjoyed our stay and the fact that it is tucked away within Bar Harbor was a plus. We took the buses to Acadia and hiked beehive and around. The e-bikes were fun and made the carriage roads easier. We cannot say enough about how nice everything was.
What a great place to stay right downtown! It was so nice to leave our car and walk to everything! The apartment was well appointed and organized and provided us a quiet place to rest after our busy days exploring.
Perfect for the week we spent in Bar Harbor. The location is excellent - a short 5 minute walk to downtown and no need to fight for the limited parking in Bar Harbor.
We really enjoyed our stay and appreciated the luxurious comfort of the condo. The porch and grill was great to escape the restaurant crowds, cook in and relax. Short walks to downtown and the grocery store was a plus. Condo is super clean and the bed very comfy! Host was very helpful and welcoming--cheers to you.
Great location. There is a Tesla destination charging station with 3 chargers within walking distance from the condo. We were able to park right in front of condo. The place is amazing. Had all the comforts of home. Especially loved the closeness to Acadia
This place is the perfect property to enjoy Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. We loved the fireplace, the e-bikes, the high end kitchen, the comfy kingsized bed, and being able to walk to everything in town.The host was attentive and responsive, making sure we had everything we needed. We will be recommending it to our friends and may even return someday.
The condo was perfect for us. Great location to enjoy Bar Harbor and Acadia. Jay and Nicole were quick to respond to questions I had leading up to stay and during stay.
Hope M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jay
I served on the president's Counter-Terror Task Force for over a decade, then retired in 2015. I underwent extensive medical treatment at Walter Reed, then attended Corcoran College (MA in New Media) and American University (MFA, Film). I am satisfying a lifelong dream as an environmental filmmaker. My next film will be on Acadia- see infraredcinema.com for details.
I am a former marathoner. Injuries to my spine and cervix limit my scope of activities. However I am able to swim, lift weights, bike, sea kayak, and hike with 20 pounds of cinema and audio kit on my back. I spend most of the winter with ice cleats on my boots filming on top of Acadia's mountains as well as along the eastern edge below Schoodic Head. I also launch my aerial camera from my sea kayak. Where there is beauty and risk you will find me.
Why they chose this property
No better location on all of Mount Desert Island. My condo is situated at the end of a quiet one-way non-commercial street. It takes 10 minutes or less to get to any restaurant you want. Even the supermarket is a short 6 minute walk. I love it here! And kind people too.
What makes this property unique
Abundant peace!
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests