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Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Bar Harbor

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, beach towels
Terrace/patio
TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Garland Farm
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bar Harbor

Oceanside stay.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Garland Farm and 3 miles (5 km) of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Acadia National Park and Atlantic Brewing Company are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Garland Farm - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Acadia National Park - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 15 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Cadillac Mountain - 24 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mainely-Meat - ‬7 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, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12

Shore Haven is 7 secluded acres and 600 feet of shoreline. It is accessed by a long driveway. Two chalets with two bedrooms each and a three bedroom Cape are also on the property at a distance from Overlook and are available for rental.

Overlook is perched above Frenchman Bay. Broad commanding views. Eagles, deer and Loons are common sightings. It is a spacious Post & beam home with an open concept living room/dining room with a cathedral ceiling, and ceiling to floor, wall to wall windows facing bay. Access to stony beach is steps from door. Great WiFi, line phone. Kitchen well equipped . 4 spacious, comfy bdrms, plus fold out couch. 3 full baths, screened in porch, spacious deck, washer, dryer. Up to 10 people. 2,300 sq ft

Overlook is sunny and airy, post & beam construction. There are fantastic views from almost every room. You'll enjoy the relaxing, well appointed, open concept living room/dining room, with a cathedral ceiling and a wall of windows facing the bay. If music adds to your enjoyment, there is a Sonos system for wireless streaming. Or, connect your Ipod to the receiver.

Overlook has a sunny, spacious, wraparound deck facing the bay for bbqs and hanging out. There is also a screened in porch for dining and relaxing. Gas and charcoal grills and a gas outdoor heater for chilly evenings are available for your use. . Great WiFi, line phone. The kitchen is well equipped (enjoy the cappuccino maker) for those who love to cook. There are four spacious, comfy bedrooms, plus fold out couch.

The master bedroom has a small work space and its own private balcony. Three full baths, a washer and dryer. Up to 10 people. 2,300 sq ft. Smart TVs in all the bedrooms, some w/ DVD.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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 10:00 AM

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

We do not accommodate EVs.
Once the reservation is confirmed, all communication between guests and owner is through regular email and mobile phone.
The pet fee is $150 per pet per stay. If you have more than two or one that is larger than 50 lbs, please contact the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: please see custom rule # 3

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, 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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Commanding Ocean Views Overlook at Shore Haven
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.8 mi (11-min drive) away from the Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 to the beach?

This vacation home is 11.2 mi (22-min drive) from Echo Lake Beach and 12.6 mi (25-min drive) from Sand Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 to downtown Bar Harbor?

This vacation home is 6.5 mi away from Bar Harbor.

Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PAUL T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful post and beam home. Close to town and Acadia. Thinking about staying again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful six night stay in early October. Three generation family and we all agreed, it was the nicest VRBO stay we have ever had. Great house - great location. The communication with the host prior and during the visit was thorough and helpful. The house is really well laid out with a large common area and a great porch to gather. Great accessibility to Acadia. Cannot recommend highly enough
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property location was very nice. Easy drive to everything on the island but remote at the same time. The sunrises are amazing. Plenty of room and comfortable for 8 people. Well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. Peter was always available, check in was easy. Driveway is quite steep, I recommend having a 4 wheel dive car if you plan on staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the location and the house and the host was great at communicating with us. We hope to stay here again! Wonderful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view off the back porch and the overall charm of the property makes this place special! We saw seals everyday while sitting in the back porch. At night you get a great clear view of the stars! We had everything we could need available to us! With Acadia and bar harbor just a short drive away it makes this house a home run!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property has everything you could possibly need to spend an amazing week relaxing rain and shine. Peter went above and beyond to make our stay as special as possible
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our group of two families enjoyed our stay outside Bar Harbor. The location was great for easy access to all neighboring attractions.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place and host - authentic Maine experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jules R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best house we have stayed in, over 45 years of multiple vacations at Acadia
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property for our extended family vacation! Host was very communicative & helpful. Our favorite thing was sitting on the deck, taking in the incredible view! We highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This rental absolutely lived up to its high rating. The location couldn’t be better—just minutes from the park entrance, yet the cabin felt private and secluded. It was the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor, and the views were truly stunning.We loved the digging for mussels down at the beach (delicious!) and found the kitchen to be well-equipped for cooking. Peter was communicative and a pleasure to work with throughout the entire stay.Our only (very minor) issue was that the tap water had a strong metallic taste, so we ended up buying bottled water during our stay. Definitely not a deal breaker, but worth mentioning.Overall, a wonderful experience—our family would happily stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was comfortable with beautiful views and convenient to Acadia, restaurants, other island spots. Loved being so close to the beach . Also enjoyed the wildlife. Was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and Serene

This is an incredible property in a pristine location. Peter is a 5-star host--absolutely the best. Everything about our stay was perfect. You are near everything on MDI and yet completely secluded. There is really no need to leave the house! The deck is the perfect place to soak in the calm and peacefulness that are abundant just out the back door. The kitchen is terrific for meal prep and we loved having dinner in the screened-in porch. Can't recommend this strongly enough!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house and surroundings, great host

The house was a wonderful post and beam design with lots of windows. It has a beautiful view of the ocean and is surrounded by nature. We saw deers and fawns, otters and several bald eagles, one of which would sit in a tree 50 ft from the house. It was easy to get to Bar Harbor and the park as well as local grocery stores and restaurants. All around great place and vacation spot. We were lucky to catch a beautiful sunrise at the house and sunset from Cadillac Mountain and also experience two nice cool foggy hikes. Now back home and 95 degrees we wish we could have stayed longer!
Local take out Lobster
Sunset from Cadillac Mountain
Bald Eagle 50ft from house!
The deck
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shamik D.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding!

This was our first experience with a VRBO and it was a great experience! Peter made everything very easy and we felt right at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Week at Overlook

Our family ejoyed our week-long stay at Overlook. The property was well equipped and located in a private, wooded setting with spectacular views. The main floor bedroom and bath was perfect for the grandparents. Thanks for sharing the home with us.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian & Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience!

Great Experience - The view from the property was incredible, and our host was kind, accommodating, and responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Overlook

The view and quietness were breathtaking, the home was clean, comfortable and well-equipped. All ages of our family enjoyed our stay. Property is situated for access to Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Denise Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet location w/ beautiful view

We were 3 adult couples visiting Acadia Park. Layout allowed us to spread out - 1 bed/bath on each floor, 1 bdrm was unused. Older home so you can hear people going up/down stairs at night. Location was quiet, away from hustle and bustle but close enough to Bar Harbor, Acadia and some convenient restaurants nearby. Beautiful view from deck and fun to walk down and explore the shore. Kitchen was well stocked and we appreciated items in pantry, condiments and plenty of spices. House could use some general minor maintenance but overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathtaking views

It was a vacation for a grown family with 2 young grandchildren. Nana, Papa and aunts and uncles. Kitchen was terrific as we did all our own cooking. Nice size fridge for a weeks groceries for 10! WiFi worked well for a few that had to work remotely. Great time in a large comfortable home. If I were to offer any suggestions, making more bath towels available would be nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tung C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little hideout

This place is in a wonderful location. Wooded and right on water. The walk to th shore is made of wood steps. The shore is just peaceful and so natural. With all those little creature in the water and under the seaweeds. The sunrise and sunset over the water is mesmerizing. The deck is so memorable to sit with family and chat. Downtown Bar Harbor is fun to walk around. Lots of quick bites and all tasty. The waterfront grassy area is like in a painting. Sailing boats passing by, people and kids, family and friends…There is a lobster roll place right nearby where you can order takeout lobster rolls and borrow their tarps to sit on the grass. That was a real treat. We used the public transportation to get where we wanted to go. We walked from the property to a camp ground nearby to ride the bus. The walk is about 10 to 15 minutes. The bus is always on time and the drivers are very pleasant. The owner, Peter, even brought in a cake for us to enjoy. We never met but he and I communited well through messaging. No issues. Washing machine and dryer are in good working order. Kitchen supplies are plenty. Again, I want to mention that deck. Its image stuck in my mind. And a bald eagle will come by every day to perch right in front of us. Gorgeous. She must have a nest nearby. We were with our kids and grandkids there for a week. And that week is full of warm memories. Thanks for making this possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Johanna W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stay at Shore Haven-Overlook

Fair to poor Weeds all over yard give a Very Negative 1st Impression Deck & Screened porch should be re-built-rotting & weather beaten Damaged door in one BR was Finally replaced after several requests No battery for Smoke Alarm to stop chirping so we disarmed it Loose towel racks & toilet paper holders
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Trip to Remember!

Our family trip to Acadia was a huge success! How can you go wrong, though, with a beautiful national park and such a wonderful house to come back to each afternoon/evening! The location of the house was fantastic for all of our exploring. Views from the deck for sunrise and to watch the seals, dolphins, and eagles, were simply divine! Peter was great in his communication with us and ensuring that our trip was excellent! Couldn't have asked for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Maine Location & Host

Everything about our stay was fantastic! The location was the perfect place for any weather from sun to rain, with plenty of space indoors/outdoors/and even a screened in covered porch. We enjoyed relaxing in the comfy deck chairs to the sounds of waves lapping below and gulls calling. It was so utterly peaceful that even if you didn’t leave the house to venture into Acadia or Bar Harbor (both extremely close) you could still call it a vacation well spent! The beds were comfy, the kitchen was the best appointed kitchen I’ve had in a rental hands down, and there were games handy to play if you wanted to. The Host was super responsive and provided really well-written instructions for everything, we had no issues with anything at all! If you’re looking for a family friendly space to get the essential Maine experience with, Overlook is the spot!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024