Newly remodeled cottage with ocean views, 5 minutes to Acadia

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6136.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Bar Harbor, ME

Bar Harbor Whale Watching
‪10 min drive‬
Village Green
‪10 min drive‬
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪12 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Farmhouse modern Maine cottage nestled at the end of a quiet road. Enjoy the ocean air while sitting around the fire pit, read by the stone fireplace, or cook a feast in the newly renovated kitchen with all new appliances.

Just 100' to beach access. Walk to the ovens, surf fish, or collect shells and sand dollars!

The house is well-appointed with kitchen supplies, linens, and everything else you'll need to enjoy your stay. Walk-in rain shower. Brand-new, full-size washer and dryer for your convenience.

Conveniently located 5 minutes from Acadia National Park's Hulls Cove Visitor's Center and 15 minutes from the center of Bar Harbor.

Well-behaved dogs welcome!

Property manager

Phil

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting.

Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Hulls Cove Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
Village Green - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 12 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Geddy's - ‬10 min drive
‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min drive
‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
‪Finback Alehouse - ‬9 min drive
‪Fish House Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly remodeled cottage with ocean views, 5 minutes to Acadia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Newly remodeled cottage with ocean views, 5 minutes to Acadia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly remodeled cottage with ocean views, 5 minutes to Acadia?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Newly remodeled cottage with ocean views, 5 minutes to Acadia located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Hulls Cove Visitor Center. Acadia National Park and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

8 May 2025

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

Great place

Short commute to town. Clean well decorated

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

16 Apr 2025

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

Cozy Cottage for Spring Break

We enjoyed our time at Writer's Cove. The property is cute, comfortable and convenient.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate J.

24 Apr 2025

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

Calm, restful spot in Bar Harbor

We enjoyed our stay--the location is quiet but extremely convenient to Acadia, and the house is wonderful. Communication with our hosts was excellent as well. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

31 May 2024

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

Great Stay

Enjoyed the location and house. Everything we needed was provided and communication with the owner was great. Would recommend for anyone going to the Bar Harbor area!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

2 June 2024

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

Hulls Cove

Very quiet, off the beaten path, clean and accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amari C.

17 May 2024

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

Beautiful House with Great Location!

This house was the perfect home away from home! Beautiful view of the sunrise over the water. Just a short drive to town and trailheads. We had a wonderful experience and hope to return again!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micki L.

8 July 2023

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

Cute house, great location

The house is newly renovated and very comfortable and the location is perfect - close to town, but not in town. We had a great time.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich T.

17 Apr 2024

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

Cozy and Comfortable

Came to check out Acadia off season - Writer’s Cove was a perfect choice. Comfortable to hang out with a cozy feel throughout the house. Easy to get to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Close to water and a great view of the night sky!

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

17 June 2023

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

Just what we needed, peace and quiet!

We really enjoyed the stay. Camp fires in the evenings, walks on the shore, kayaking and of course, hiking. My son used a record player for the first time! Great place to stay and would recommend to anyone.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

8 Aug 2024

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

The Pearl

We traveled from Michigan to enjoy the splendor of Acadia and Bar Harbor. The added bonus for us was Writer’s Cove. Our entire family commented multiple times how much we loved this gorgeous home. All of the added amenities, from the games and books to a lobster pot to marshmallow forks were very much appreciated. We traveled to Bar Harbor to experience Acadia. We loved our trip. We all agreed that this home was the pearl of it all.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley O., CINCINNATI

28 Apr 2023

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

Amazing.

The location was PERFECT for Acadia, Bar Harbor and other items in the area. The house was clean, well stocked, and organized. We cannot wait to come back.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew L.

1 Aug 2024

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

We had a great stay. The renovations are very nice and comfortable. The yard could use some work and the ocean view is almost completely obscured by neighbors fence. The deck was lovely though and enjoyed just relaxing on it. We were nervous about the house not having A/C given the heat we had for part of the stay, but it ended up being cool and pleasant at night. Overall a great stay and great house. We would return.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey and David K.

30 Aug 2023

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

Fantastic Home & Ideal Location

Our family of 4 loved our stay at this home! Close to Bar Harbor and Acadia. You can walk down to the ocean from the house and explore for sea glass and other treasures. Beds were super comfortable and the house is located in a quiet, safe neighborhood. Very easy, quick communication with owner. Best Bar Harbor trip yet!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin P.

22 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful home nestled in Bar Harbor

We had a wonderful time at this home in Bar Harbor for our week long stay! The house is a short drive from downtown and Acadia, which was perfect! It was quiet, well maintained and had everything we needed. Our daughter is 11 months and our dog tagged along too. Both loved the trip! Thanks for sharing it with us!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

2 Sept 2023

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

Fabulous Home and Location

We loved our stay at Writer's Cove and actually spent some time writing while there. The home was clean, cozy, and in a nice, quiet neighborhood. All the amenities necessary for a great relaxing stay were available. The nearby bay water was a beautiful addition to our vacation. Dining on the deck was a great way to spend the evening. Visiting Acadia and downtown Bar Harbor was easy since both are close by. We highly recommend staying at Writer's Cove and will definitely return.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

4 Oct 2023

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

Girls' Trip to Maine

We really enjoyed the house and all the accommodations that were included. From the fire pit to the record player and comfy beds. We did notice a smell as we entered the kitchen but didn't bother us too bad. (Mildew smell?) Thank you for the opportunity to stay at The Writer's Cove. It was perfect for our group of 3.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

2 Oct 2024

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

Great cottage in a great location!

We loved our stay at “Writer’s Cove” cottage. It was well appointed, clean and in a convenient yet quiet location. Easy access to downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Great morning sunlight and a bit of a view of the water. Nice neighborhood for walking. Excellent communication with the owner - he was very prompt with returning messages. One thing to be aware of is the stairway to the second floor is quite steep and the handrails do not go all the was to the top. We didn’t use the upstairs as it was just my husband and myself. I didn’t have an issue with the stairway, but my husband has some mobility limitations so he didn’t bother checking out the upstairs rooms. Overall a very comfortable stay at a great location. If I head back to Bar Harbor I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

10 Jan 2023

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

Nice home

We enjoyed our stay at this property. Very clean and cozy. Loved the record player (with records) and the family games provided and hope they add more. The only downside is, in no part of the owners fault is that there is now construction of a big home with privacy fence going up across the street which blocks the view of the water. I am sure the owners will update the picture of the home since the woods (and water view) across the street are now gone.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

28 June 2024

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

Great house but beware if heat is forecasted

House was great, location was great, overall we enjoyed our stay. There was two things though that did sour it a little that I would like to share just so future renters are prepared. On a 95 degree day we discovered there is no air conditioning, not even in the bedrooms. I understand most times Maine doesn’t need air conditioning but other rentals we had stayed in have little units for the bedrooms just in case. We did open the windows and use the provided fans but even then we couldn’t get the overnight temp below 86 which made for a restless night. The other is the ocean views and beach access. the listing and in the house book, it says there is beach access down the road. when you walk down to find it there is only a steep loose rock embankment. We are pretty fit and were able to slowly pick out a way down but back up was more difficult.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurent D.

10 Apr 2023

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

Magnifique séjour

La maison est vraiment très très agréable, très ensoleillée, proche de la mer. Très bien entretenue, très belle cuisine aménagée, rien ne manque. Les puzzles, livres , jeux très appréciés. On recommande assurément Phil est très réactif aux messages Merci beaucoup

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Phil

Our family has been coming to Mt. Desert Island for over 100 years. This house is the perfect spot to explore the island from.

Why they chose this property

The perfect mix of modern and cozy. We call it "writer's cove" because it's the perfect place the curl up with a book (or write one!). The house is a peaceful retreat just a few minutes from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.

Languages:

English

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Common area 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property