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Thankful Cottage...a charming, romantic hideaway near the harbor renting Sun-Sun

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A corner room with a wooden chair, a table with a lamp, and a patterned rug.
A two-story house with a porch, a mailbox, and potted plants.
A residential street with houses, parked cars, and a body of water in the background.
An outdoor patio with a round table and two chairs, surrounded by lush greenery.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a comfortable seating area with armchairs and a sofa.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Perched along the water, this cottage features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 3 guests. It includes 1 bicycle for exploration and access to nearby golf. Outdoor space includes a patio with water views. Adventure enthusiasts can enjoy mountain climbing, birdwatching, and sailing, while attractions like the Bar Harbor Whale Museum and West Street Historic District await nearby.

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Criterion Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Thankful Cottage...a charming, romantic hideaway near the harbor renting Sun-Sun

'Thankful Cottage' is walkable to all of downtown and is roomy for a couples or a party of three The cottage rents by the week, Sunday to Sunday.

'Thankful Cottage' is located in the Village of Bar Harbor near the Town Pier, Town Beach, historic Shore Path walk, and the Museum in the Streets self guided walking tour. Built before the Civil War, the cottage has been lovingly rehabilitated and features the perfect blend of nostalgia with modern amenities. The cottage has off street parking and is walkable to boating, shopping, dining and cultural activities. Bar Harbor is named for the 'bar' to Bar Island which forms the harbor. Bar Island, portrayed by David Maitland Armstrong in his late 1800's painting, 'The Bar, Bar Harbor', is visible from the cottage.

The entire top floor of the cottage is a king bedroom suite with two sitting rooms (one with water view), walk-in closet, full bath and deck with water view.

The first floor includes a fully equipped modern kitchen with full size appliances, living area with gas fireplace, den with pull out twin bed and a second full bath.

Wonder why the cottage is named, 'Thankful'? We traced the deeds back Thankful Rodick who in the mid-1800's lived in the cottage. While Bar Harbor is thankful that this little cottage has survived for 170+- years, we actually named her after the person Thankful.

The cottage, on the Bar Harbor Historic Properties list, is a popular destination for honeymooners and couples celebrating anniversaries.

We hope you will be 'thankful' that you picked Thankful Cottage circa 1850 for your stay in downtown Bar Harbor. What could be better after a day of boating, hiking and shopping, followed by a gourmet dinner, than a walk home to your own historic cottage in the heart of Bar Harbor?

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 386651
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
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 Downtown Bar Harbor, a neighbourhood in Bar Harbor, this cottage is near a water park 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Criterion Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Agamont Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Street Historic District - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Geddy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Aloha - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Thankful Cottage...a charming, romantic hideaway near the harbor renting Sun-Sun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thankful Cottage...a charming, romantic hideaway near the harbor renting Sun-Sun?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Thankful Cottage...a charming, romantic hideaway near the harbor renting Sun-Sun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thankful Cottage...a charming, romantic hideaway near the harbor renting Sun-Sun?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thankful Cottage...a charming, romantic hideaway near the harbor renting Sun-Sun located?

Located in Downtown Bar Harbor, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of West Street Historic District and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sherry Rasmussen

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We, Sherry and Ivan Rasmussen, have been involved the ARTs in Bar Harbor since the early 1970's. We own galleries and artist studios on the Bar Harbor Waterfront near the cottage. Ivan, who was once Bar Harbor Harbormaster, has spent most of his life near the ocean in his native Oregon and now on Mount Desert Island which is home to Acadia National Park.

Growing up, Sherry's beach was Virginia Beach in her native state. She traveled extensively as an international flight attendant. Though her travels took her to many beautiful destinations, she says that Mt. Desert Island, home to Bar Harbor, is truly one of the world's great treasures...and Acadia's Sand Beach surrounded by mountains is now her beach.

Ivan captures the beauty of the island in his watercolors that he
sells in his own 'ART on West' and other galleries.

We live right in the Village of Bar Harbor which is one of Maine's most walkable communities. And just like many of our Thankful Cottage visitors, we walk or bike into Acadia National Park from our home. A free bus runs from mid-June to mid-October from the Village of Bar Harbor into Acadia National Park and to neighboring Villages. The Village of Bar Harbor is surrounded by Acadia National Park and the nearby Bar Island is just a short walk from the cottage. Did you know that the 'bar' across the 'harbor' to Bar Island is the reason for the town's name of Bar Harbor? You can see the 'bar' and Bar Island from the cottage.

We love to share our community and island with visitors from around the world. You check in for your week at our ART on West: Gallery. We are there to get you started on a perfect vacation.

Why they chose this property

Rare is the opportunity to rent an 1850's cottage in a perfect resort location. For your convenience there is private, off street parking and the amenities of the world renowned Village of Bar Harbor are all walkable.

Because the cottage rents Sunday to Sunday, it is a perfect honeymoon hideaway after a Saturday wedding. It has also become a favorite for anniversary celebrations.

You will delight in the historic maps and collectibles that take you back to another era, yet you will enjoy the modern conveniences that make your stay enjoyable. Following the history of Bar Harbor, you can jump on the 'Museum in the Streets' free, self-guided walking tour at the near by Bar Harbor Club or other locations around town.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location. The cottage is near the water and close to Bar Harbor's most upscale hotels with their fine restaurants. There are also many wonderful restaurants and galleries just a short walk away. Right near the cottage are a group of artist owned and run galleries and studios.

Come home after a busy day of shopping, hiking, and exploring to your own cozy cottage with gas fireplace.

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