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Sunny , cozy 1-bedroom, wooded, private, central Island location, close to ocean

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A two-story house with a stone wall and a well-maintained garden.
A narrow hallway with a bed on the right, a chair on the left, and a lamp above a shelf.
A boat filled with colorful balloons in a garden area with a house in the background.
Interior
A wooden staircase leading to a building with a shingled exterior.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Atlantic Brewing Company
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Cadillac Mountain
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Sunny , cozy 1-bedroom, wooded, private, central Island location, close to ocean

One bedroom with queen-sized bed, living room, one small bath with tub and shower. There is a small refrigerator & Keurig; no kitchen. Free wi-fi, but no television. A wi-fi "extender" has resolved the wi-fi problems some commenters have written about. There is a large couch which a toddler or a very young child would be comfortable sleeping on, but it is not a fold-out bed. This unit is above our garage with separate entrance via an outside staircase, please see pictures. If anyone has mobility issues, this is not the place for you! Includes access (up two steps) to a screened in balcony.

We are located in the Town Hill area. BH downtown is a 15-20 minute drive from here, using the charmingly and accurately named "Crooked Road." NE and SW Harbors and Ellsworth, are also each about a 15-minute drive away. It is an easy 10-minute walk to Maine Coast Heritage Trust's "Blue Horizons" Reserve to reach the ocean, and the Blagdon Nature Reserve is a 5-minute drive.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
No smoking or open flames (candles, propane stoves, etc.) in apartment or on the porch.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1711
Property # 875902vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this apartment is in a rural area and by the sea. 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 Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Atlantic Brewing Company - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 16 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 27 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Currents Seafood And Spirits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny , cozy 1-bedroom, wooded, private, central Island location, close to ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sunny , cozy 1-bedroom, wooded, private, central Island location, close to ocean?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunny , cozy 1-bedroom, wooded, private, central Island location, close to ocean?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny , cozy 1-bedroom, wooded, private, central Island location, close to ocean?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunny , cozy 1-bedroom, wooded, private, central Island location, close to ocean located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Atlantic Brewing Company and within 6 miles (10 km) of Acadia National Park and Long Pond. Acadia Repertory Theater and Maine Granite Industry Museum are also within 6 miles (10 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. 173 out of 189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 189 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A million out of 5 stars - everything about this experience - and property! - were extraordinary. If you are looking for the perfect oasis near Acadia National Park you have found it! Highly highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cozy little place for my wife and I to celebrate our anniversary Check-in process was easy to manage, Communication with host was excellent, recommendations on favorite dining places were very helpful, trail maps, hiking trails, local things to doDefinitely would return here on the quiet side of the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property outside but close to town. All amenities were provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oshawott 9.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an incredible find to enjoy the delights of Acadia and Bar Harbor! The room was cozy, pristine, private, and a perfect place to get away as my wife and I celebrated our honoeymoon. The bed was beyond comfortable, the room had ample sitting space, the bookshelves were stocked with not only incredible reads, but also some board games for a rainy day or relaxing night. The grounds the property is on are gorgeous and there's an easy beach access a short little hike away. Everything is an easy 15 minutes, and the drives are so pretty on the island that it never felt that long! Barbara was a delight and a fount of good information and guidance on what to do, and left wonderful notes and tons of guidebooks to peruse through. She let us borrow chairs for our Cadillac Mountain sunrise and was available at all times, but never forced herself into our trip (we were just happy to have her!). For the price, the comfort, the vibe, and the amenities, I cannot recommend this enough, and when we go back, this is the first listing I'll be looking for!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Wow, thank you very much for the thoughtful and kind review. We will welcome you anytime and wish you both all the best. Barbara and David
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacque S.

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

Bar Harbor trip

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann Z.

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

Great stay

Great stay, very welcoming and great information about the area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene property. Detailed stay info. Quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet area to stay if going to Acadia national park. Host was great at communicating with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barbara and David were wonderful hosts, and the space was spotless and very well stocked with essentials. We loved the location—tucked away in a quiet wooded setting, yet close to Acadia’s hikes and sights and just a short drive to Bar Harbor. It was the perfect place to relax and recharge after a day of hiking before heading into town for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Butler C.

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

Wonderful apartment

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay while visiting Acadia NP. Very private setting with a lovely deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

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

Great stay for Acadia!

The host was very friendly and responsive, the property was beautiful, the accommodations were cozy, and access to Acadia was great. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gayle B.

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

Acadia Stay

Location and amenities worked out great for us. The hosts were great and we would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cade G.

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

Immaculate Stay

Our stay was terrific, and Barbra was a great host. Even with some hiccups at the property, Barbara was very upfront and did a great job communicating throughout the stay. Whenever we make our way back up to the Bar Harbor area, we will be sure to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

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

Visiting Bar Harbor abd surrounding areas.

Accommodations were amazing. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful apartment in a wonderful location! Highly recommended. Easy to get everywhere, with accommodating hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse R.

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

Great property for a few days to get away

We enjoyed our stay and they were excellent at communicating with us
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Will H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very neat, and the space was clean. Owners take very good care of both.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and comfortable. Would love the option of a toaster for future stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was the perfect place for our short trip to Maine. An easy 20-minute drive to Bar Harbor and even closer to Acadia. The apartment is clean and comfortable, nicely decorated and the property itself is beautiful. The porch overlooking the backyard is a nice plus. Barbara is a lovely host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property with a lovely second-floor apartment. This was our second time staying there and, hopefully, our third will be next summer. For the native plant enthusiast and environmentally minded individual, this is a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

Fantastic 4th of July Stay

Great place. Easy ride into town. Perfect place for hikers on the go!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn C.

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

Close to everything!

The pictures do not do this place justice. Very clean and on a gorgeous property. Close to everything you’d want to do on the island. We also tried a few of the restaurants recommended by our host and enjoyed them all!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Perfect location

Great location to get to all parts of the park as well as Bar Harbor. Has lots of little touches which make the stay perfect. Amazing little retreat after a day of hiking!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The loveliest little place to stay, you will feel like in your own private cabin in the woods. Hosts provided a lot of privacy and were ready to accommodate our every need. Every little detail in the place is thought through, so it felt like we were visiting a family and they were trying to do their best to make us feel welcomed. The property looks and feels even better than the pics suggest, honestly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Bar Harbor

Very lovely place! The hosts were very helpful & friendly. Wish we could have spent more time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Barbara McLeod & David Hales

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Former President of College of the Atlantic David Hales and Barbara McLeod who is retired from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Why they chose this property

Wonderful location, beautiful mosses and lichen on many trails around the house, central to everything on the Island, located on the "Quiet Side" of Mount Desert island.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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