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You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!

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Bar Harbor View Cottage faces east toward Cadillac Mountain and Western Bay
Bar Harbor View Cottage faces east toward Cadillac Mountain and Western Bay
View from the shore at sunrise
Moonrise viewed from deck off master bedroom
Your north east view from the deck looking toward Bar Harbor.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Trenton, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kisma Preserve
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Wild Acadia Fun Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Blue Room

1 Child Bed

Downstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs Queen/Twin

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Twins

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 in MBR

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!

Bar Harbor View Cottage is the perfect place for your next trip to Maine. You will be delighted when you first see the stunning panoramic views of Acadia National Park and its mountains from our deck. Make sure you get up in time for sunrise as you'll be able to see it come up over Cadillac Mountain.

You'll be able to spot wildlife without even leaving your chair. You may see eagles, seals, dolphins, deer and moose. You can even take our kayaks across the bay to see seals up close and personal. The water near the cottage is teeming with mussels too.

Kids (of all ages) love the abundance of flat rocks along the shoreline that are perfect for skipping and the custom-built ping-pong table in the garage.

The cottage features four bedrooms which sleep nine, WiFi access, panoramic views, a well-stocked kitchen, a garage, ample parking, a ping-pong table, several kayaks, a gas grill and a gorgeous deck perfect for relaxing.

The main floor has the master king suite with adjoining bathroom, a second bedroom with a queen bed, kitchen, living room, dining area, den, laundry room and second bathroom. There is also an attached garage. The second floor offers two bedrooms. One has two twin beds and the other features a queen bed plus a twin bed.

We are about 16 miles from downtown Bar Harbor.

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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

Den with TV, Ping Pong in garage, Kayaks, beach

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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 # 454606vb
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

About the area

Trenton

Located in Trenton, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the ocean. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Wild Acadia Fun Park and Seacoast Fun Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Trenton, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Kisma Preserve - 13 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Wild Acadia Fun Park - 15 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Timber Tina's Great Maine Lumberjack Show - 15 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Perry's Lobster Shack - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Mother's Kitchen/Coffee Matter - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This! located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Acadia National Park, Wild Acadia Fun Park and Kisma Preserve. Garland Farm and Atlantic Brewing Company are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had everything needed and even things you didn’t know you needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful home and much larger than we were expecting. We had everything we needed and the instructions were very clear. We were so cozy and at home it was hard to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karlis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was wonderful and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the convenient location and great views
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Bar Harbor View Cottage. The property truly lives up to its name, the views were absolutely stunning and made our trip even more memorable.The cottage itself was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed. It felt welcoming right away and made it easy to settle in and relax.One of the biggest highlights was the location. It’s incredibly convenient to Acadia National Park, which made exploring the area simple and stress-free.Overall, this was a fantastic rental experience. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the Bar Harbor area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was warm, cozy and has a view that is beyond words. You could spend all day just soaking up the Ocean views.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, with beautiful views. A fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and responsive communication - you can't ask for a better Maine vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dolores G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage ..well equiped...plenty of space ..multiple bathrooms..very clean ..perfect location..deck is incredible ..location is close to groceries (10 miles) ..restaurants (4 miles)..close to national park and many hiking or walking trails...great communication with all involved with renting this great cottage
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

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

Great Maine Getaway

We had a great time during our stay at this property. The views are amazing and it was close enough for our day trips to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed. We also loved the use of the kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for us. We wanted a week of nothing to charge batteries before holidays. It was cold and snowed but we had a roaring fire every night. This house is supplied better than any VRBO I have ever used. They had everything you could think of. Beautiful waterfront views of sunrise, sunset and moon. Could see Cadillac mountain right out the bedroom window.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Amazing View

The house has an amazing view of the water and of Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was absolutely perfect for our family. The location was wonderful for everything we planned to do. The house was furnished with anything we had need for. The deck is perfect for relaxing by the ocean. The shoreline was fun to explore. Actually, we would rate it a 10. One of the best houses we have rented!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene S.

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed your home very much! Beautiful view and the House was very well stocked. We hated to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
Thanks, Darlene! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun C.

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

Amazing place to stay

Absolutely beautiful. Could not have asked for a better place. Home as everything you could ask for. Thank you for making this available to rent!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy D.

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

Family vacation

Had an amazing time! Beautiful scenery and location! Host was very attentive and house was well-equipped with everything you need for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

We loved the views

Amazing views of Mt Desert Island and the Narrows. We really enjoyed the views off the deck, exploring the delightfully rocky beach, and watching seals feed in the water. The house is stocked with everything you need - way better than the average vacation home. Plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable. We were very sad to leave such a peaceful, pleasant place. Delightful experience and grateful to have stayed here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The Maine Point

Overall we loved staying here - it’s our second time staying here :) the location can’t be beat !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Rick & Shelby, Owners
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Great house

This house was the perfect location and had everything we needed and was clean. I would highly reccomend this place and am hoping to stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for everything we wanted to do! We loved the solitude and the gorgeous deck. We had the beach all to ourselves - the water was calm most mornings, perfect for kayaking with the seals. The interior furnishings are a quirky, eclectic mix of pieces. The living room and other common room couches are in need of replacement - they are not comfortable - but the views of the water made up for that inconvenience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose H.

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

Maine Family Trip

House was wonderful and accommodated all of us nicely. Location was perfect ! Beach and views fabulous! Kids enjoyed tide pools, seals, loons and kayaking. Great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2022
Hi Rose - We are so glad you and your family enjoyed your vacation! Hope to see you again. Rick & Shelby, Owners
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Perfect Maine vacation home

The pictures don’t do this place justice. The views are stunning. The house is huge and has everything you would ever need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Friends trip to Acadia

SO GORGEOUS for a great price. We fully intend to book again some time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Fun times

Loved being right on the ocean, would definitely recommend this to anyone, we would love to stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2023
Thanks, Mary! We hope you're able to come back again. Rick & Shelby, Owners
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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

Beautiful views and wonderful house

This was a wonderful stay! Being right on the water was awesome and the sunrises were beautiful. The kitchen was well-stocked and there was tons of storage space. We were close to Acadia and Bar Harbor and loved our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2023
Hi Kathryn - we are so glad you enjoyed your visit! This is a great time of year for spectacular sunrises and it's so nice that all you have to do is go out onto the deck to see them. Hope to see you again in the future! Rick & Shelby, Owners
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dolores G.

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

Great place !!

Property is as described....lots of space ..strange layout but it works well..well equipped...great location .. very private...will be returning next year!!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rick

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Rick and Shelby Kinnaird currently live in the suburbs of Richmond, VA. Rick is retired from the computer industry and is working on his first novel. Shelby hosts fun cooking experiences via her business "PutOnYourApron.com" and has written several books about diabetes and food.

Why they chose this property

When Rick's parents retired, they built Bar Harbor View Cottage. Rick's father used to say 'Start walking up the East Coast and, when you've found prettiest spot, that's where we live.'

What makes this property unique

The 180 degree views from our home are absolutely gorgeous and watching sunrise over Cadillac Mountain from the deck is breathtaking. One visitor said 'I always like to go to the beach on vacation, but this is a whole different level of relaxation.'

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