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Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage

Adults-only cottage near Acadia National Park's Visitors Center

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2240 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bar Harbor

Oceanside stay.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Bar Harbor cottage, you'll find Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Garland Farm. Acadia National Park and Bubble Rock are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Acadia National Park - 9 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Cadillac Mountain - 20 min drive - 10.0 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Aloha - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Bella Vita - Harborside Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage

Cottage Colony at Bay Meadow Cottages.
Cottages are designed for a maximum of two guests. 
www.baymeadowcottages.com
5 min to Acadia National Park entrance.
10 minutes to Bar Harbor
To ensure that all guests seeking a quieter getaway and are able to enjoy a tranquil experience, no children under 12 or pets  are permitted.  
This cottage is 220 sq ft with bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, and small sitting area and deck.
Free Parking.
Single Queen Bed. 
Bathroom is private with a tub/shower and the kitchenette is furnished with a small refrigerator, microwave, toaster, tea/coffee kettle, and hotplate.
Utensils, dishes, glasses and cooking pots are provided.  Cottage has a picnic table,  heat, and air conditioning.
Linens and Towels provided.
Shared outdoor kitchen with grills (charcoal & propane) & lobster cooker.
Historical Barn/Common Space
Amenities:  Waterfront Ocean Beach Access and Seating Area, Onsite Paddle Boards, High Speed WiFi, In Room Locally Roasted Coffee, Bath Products, Shared Camp Fire Rings, (Firewood included), Experienced Concierge, On-Site Espresso Bar, Homemade Ice Cream & Blueberry Pie (Cash/Venmo)
No smoking in cottage or shared spaces.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 240 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

Quiet Time 10 pm-8am EST

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage to the airport?

This cottage is 6.7 mi (12-min drive) away from the Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage to the beach?

This cottage is 10.9 mi (19-min drive) from Echo Lake Beach and 10.9 mi (21-min drive) from Sand Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage to downtown Bar Harbor?

This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Salsbury Cove.

Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time, and the accommodations were just what we'd hoped to find!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

Super clean and tasteful, simple and so appealing. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024