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Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home

Family-friendly stay near Bar Harbor Whale Watching

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, West Street Historic District
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bar Harbor

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Bar Harbor Historical Society and Jesup Memorial Library. St. Saviour's Church and Abbe Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Village Green - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • West Street Historic District - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Shore Path - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Barnacle - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bar Harbor Beer Works - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home

(Please note, during the summer weeks, this is mostly a Saturday or Sunday check-in with a 7 night minimum stay). (This property is registered with the Town of Bar Harbor, License #VR2R25-325.)

This lovely in-town cottage is located on a corner lot in a beautiful downtown neighborhood. Just a couple of blocks from the YMCA and an athletic field that includes basketball and tennis courts as well as baseball and soccer fields. An easy five minute walk to downtown to enjoy the many shops, restaurants, the shore path and the Island Explorer, which provides free rides around the island. If you want to explore on your own, Acadia National Park is just a short five minute drive away. If golf is your thing, Kebo Valley Golf Club is just around the corner.

The home has been updated, nicely decorated and has three upstairs bedrooms with a full bath. There is a king bed in the master bedroom, a second bedroom with two twin beds, and bunk beds for the kids in the third bedroom. All three bedrooms have AC units. The first floor contains a lovely living room with sectional sofa, an updated kitchen with a large eat-in island, an additional side table for two, and a full bathroom and a laundry area with washer and dryer. There is also an AC downstairs as well. The outside back deck has a nice dining table and gas grill, as well as a fenced in yard. There is a covered front porch and a private driveway for parking.

The home also has high speed Wi-Fi, Smart TV's with Roku devices, both upstairs and down.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
When checking out: Please do not make up any used beds. Look around for all your belongings. Log out of your TV streaming services. Leave the house keys. Have a safe trip home.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Any indication of smoking will result in forfeiture of the deposit, and additional cleaning costs. If pets are considered, there is a $125 pet fee.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Considered

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Charming In Town Bar Harbor
Charming In-town Bar Harbor Home Bar Harbor
Charming In-town Bar Harbor Home Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.7 mi (22-min drive) away from the Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home to the beach?

This vacation home is 4.7 mi (10-min drive) from Sand Beach and 7.5 mi (17-min drive) from Hunters Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home to downtown Bar Harbor?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Bar Harbor.

Charming In-Town Bar Harbor Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was very responsive and added special details like a complimentary blueberry pie that made us feel very welcome
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were once again wowed by our stay at Falcon's Nest. Bobby and Sandi are Super Host for a reason. This home has it all from the comfy furniture and beds to the most well-stocked kitchen we've ever come across. This rental doesn't feel a house, it feels like a home. The proximity to town is great for those who enjoying walking to restaurants and/or shopping. Once again, I'll be counting the days until our next stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was in the most perfect location. We walked everywhere and the drive into Acadia was extremely close as well. Especially if you’d like to see Jordan Pond and Cadillac Mountain. The hosts were attentive and responded quickly. The house was also stocked perfectly, we loved the amount of towels and blankets. The house was very clean and fit our group of 5 very well. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and clean. Easy walk to town. Owners were very responsive. I would definitely recommend .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for our family. Right next to ballfields and near a playground. 10-15 minute walk to the center of town. Easy parking. Can walk right to hiking trails.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is a true charm. My family and pups had a fantastic time hiking, walking in town,and eating lobster. It was great to know we had this house to come back to at the end of the day. The host, Bobby, provides EVERYTHING you need for an excellent stay. Communication with him is prompt and complete. We will definately book again if we visit again. My husband and son enjoyed the front porch with morning coffee and my daughter and dogs enjoyed the deck out back in the sunshine. We arrived a few minutes early for check in and met Bobby when he was finishing a few last touches of the property for us. Stay here. You won't be disappointed -- you won't want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic week at this home in Bar Harbor! The hosts were excellent from initial questions/pre-booking to reminding us they were available for any questions during the visit. Our dog loved having access to the fully fenced-in yard. The location was ideal: far enough from town to be quiet but within a half-mile to most restaurants as well as the shore path, and easy access to Acadia National Park. The house was very clean, downstairs was roomy with a fully functioning kitchen and friendly layout being open/adjacent to the LR, couch was comfortable and a good-sized TV for downtime. For anyone with kids, there are open fields and a playground right down the street. When we return to Bar Harbor, we wouldn't hesitate to re-book this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is nicely updated and walkable to everything in Bar Harbor. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pavani T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was perfect in every way for our family of 4 plus small pup, Close to Acadia and walking distance to town. The fenced in yard was wonderful for the pup and kids, as was the proximity to the YMCA, playground and fields. The home was extremely clean and well stocked with kitchen supplies, linens and towels. The host (Bobby) was extremely responsive and gifted us and the pup and arrival treat. Highly recommend this home for a convenient, clean and quiet visit to Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely terrific place that was perfect for the 4 of us (two couples). The place was exactly as advertised, and was in an ideal location, walking distance to downtown Bar Harbor in the evenings and a short 5-minute drive to Acadia National Park for the day. House was also well equipped for meals when we ate in. Bobby the host was incredibly attentive. When we had an issue, he not only responded promptly, he was at the house a few minutes later to make sure we could figure it out. Would definitely stay here again when we come back to Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing attention to detail. Bobby was thoughtful, made checking in very easy and seamless. A book was available with local attractions, meticulously clean home and very welcoming. Close to everything- the YMCA next door has a pool and gym, walk to town, perfection!Communication was very easy and we all loved the house and out stay. 5 stars plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home in a perfect location!

This home is exactly as described and was in pristine condition upon our arrival. The host left detailed information inside the rental and the home itself is updated and completely stocked with everything needed for an amazing week! The supplied linens and towels were in excellent condition and in plentiful supply. We could not have asked for a more perfect home away from home for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent as always

Great house, excellent communication, perfect location. We are back often, won’t stay anywhere else in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Allen S.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

danielle s.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is wonderful. If you are looking for a place to stay, stay here. It was spotlessly clean (coming from someone who is super ocd clean that says a lot!!) and very comfortable. Close to everything and they had all the little things one needs to make it feel like home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We loved everything about this home. Location was perfect, walking distance to the restaurants and shops.This home had everything you need for vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home and awesome location

The home was perfect and Bobby and Sandi were awesome! Replied in minutes to any questions we had - super responsive and sweet. House is very nice and the hosts included everything we needed. We love walking so loved how we could walk into town and also walk over to the trails and do some beautiful hikes. We also brought bikes and did some nice rides. If you are looking for a lovely home, close to Acadia and town, with very responsive hosts, we would totally recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Our first time to Bar Harbor Maine was a great experience. The home is in a great location and has everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. Location was perfect, walking distance to restaurants , shops, and a short drive to Acadia National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H. D., Washington

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house near the center of Bar Harbor

We had a terrific day at the house. The owner is very nice and easy to work with. The house is exactly as advertised. The location is excellent in just a few blocks from the center of Bar Harbor. We also worked out at the YMCA, which is only one block away. And managed to work in a pickle ball game at the YMCA as well. Terrific day. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sets a high bar

Bobby and Sandi’s place was an amazing find. Great location, abundant amenities, and wonderful hosts. The property is well laid out so that we didn’t feel we were on top of one another. Two full bathrooms made the days easier to get a group going out the door and settled in at the end of the day. The fireplace made for a cozy gathering space at night and the comfortable beds and quiet neighborhood made for great sleeping. As we were there in off season, getting to and around Acadia by car was easy and the Park is amazing. Great restaurants and shopping are just blocks away from the house so, in high season this could be an ideal location to avoid traffic in Bar Harbor and use the frequent bus routes to access Acadia. We are already dreaming of a return trip to Bobby and Sandi’s place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A BIG slice of Heaven on Earth!

Bobby and Sandi brought our favorite vacation spot to a whole new level. The house is immaculate and had everything we needed (and then some). We like to cook and wanted for nothing in the galley. The furniture in the living room is very comfortable and the fireplace was a welcome treat. The bed in the master bedroom was fantastic and made for a good night's sleep. We loved being able to walk to town and the fact that there are sidewalks on the surrounding streets (a real treat for our pup). The town fields are in the backyard, and we met fellow dog owners and played some frisbee. I can hardly wait to return in the Spring so we can enjoy the front porch and backyard.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Get-away

My daughter, dog and I visited Bar Harbor for the first time over the Thanksgiving holiday. We arrived finding a fresh pumpkin pie and lovely note of welcome on the kitchen counter. From this initial greeting, our stay was nothing short of magical. Bobby and Sandy's house is perfectly situated--close to downtown and all the Main street shops and restuarants and it backs up to a park which is perfect for those traveling with their fur baby. An added amenity is the fenced in back yard. The house was clean, the beds were comfy and the tv was easy to work, the neighborhood friendly and safe. I would not hesitate to recommend this property if someone desires an authentic Bar Harbor experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elis B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bar Harbor visit.

Short walk to Main Street shopping and restaurants. Several visits to Acadia National Park. Great visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024