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Family/Friends Getaway Hidden on Mt Desert Island
Escape to our enchanting woodland retreat on MDI, surrounded by Acadia National Park. Secluded at the end of a dirt road, our home borders the 2000-acre Kitteridge Brook forest. Discover tranquility with 3 miles of private trails right outside your door. Ideal for exploring Acadia's magic, our 3-bedroom home features an open concept kitchen, living, and dining area, along with a spacious deck. Perfect for large families or two small families, experience the ultimate oasis in the heart of nature.

Cozy Cottage on the Penobscot — Panoramic Luxury!
Escape to your private sanctuary where tranquility meets luxury. Our Coastal Maine Cottage home is perched on a granite ledge that disappears twice daily with the rising tide. Enjoy the pristine interior bathed in natural light, cherry floors, and gourmet kitchen. Wake to panoramic views of the Penobscot River from the owner's suite. Conveniently located 12 minutes to downtown Bangor, our retreat offers easy access to urban amenities, an international airport, and Acadia! IG @cozycottageinmaine.

Baileard A large and Lovely Historic Village Home!
We look forward to welcoming you to Baileard House, a comfortable and stylish home from where to launch all your adventures on Mount Desert Island. Located in a premier Bar Harbor Village location, this historic home is spacious, comfortable and family friendly, with 5+ bedrooms, 4 baths, several dining areas and living areas, and a delightful front porch and dining garden. Each room has been lovingly curated for a warm and welcoming experience. Our home for decades, now it can be yours, too!

Acadia National Park ocean front & garden cottages
Both our houses are designed in the contemporary style. We used custom made decor and cherry tree furniture. A lot of windows, glass doors, bright and open space are inside the house. It is very quiet outside. You most likely will be alone at the beach. We share the whole sea cove with only one neighboring house. It is a pure paradise if you want to live on the beach on your own and within minutes of driving to the main local attractions. You'll be amazed of our botanical garden and landscape.

In town retreat close to Acadia
This cozy one bedroom retreat is ideally located for walking to downtown or a stroll into Acadia. Secluded off of a residential street and with off street parking, the house has a private courtyard for you to enjoy, a full kitchen, washer/dryer and AC/heat. The park's loop road with access to Sand Beach, Ocean Drive, Champlain mountain and a huge network of trails are just down the street while restaurants, the village green, shops, shore path and an active waterfront are a 15 min. walk away.

Timber Point – Secluded Waterfront Oasis
Timber Point has beautiful coastal views and water access in a modern air conditioned 4-Bedroom+2-Bath home. Gorgeous water views from every room. Ideally located minutes from Acadia National Park. Walk to Lamoine Beach or launch your boat at nearby Lamoine State Park. This secluded home has private access to an unspoiled coast with wonderful views of Racoon Cove. Explore all the beauty of Acadia National Park, kayak the sheltered cove, or just watch the birds and tides from your patio!

Quiet 2-bedroom house on Acadia's doorstep.
Minutes from Acadia, Bar Harbor, Ellsworth and other DownEast destinations. Relax with the whole family at this peaceful home in the heart of Vacationland. We are nearing the end of a long renovation, so you will find some projects unfinished (mostly exterior). But, we hope that won't stop you from having a great time exploring the area. New floors, kitchen, lighting, and hot water heat pump - we've poured a lot of love and energy into making this a great spot for our family, and yours!

The Arthaus, an eclectic retreat for two
Located on Mount Desert Islands, "Quietside". The cottage features high ceilings and an open floor plan, with a small deck looking into the woods The walls are decorated with original art work by the owner. Our location is central to the island, situated just outside the village of Somesville; 15 minutes to Bar Harbor, 10 minutes to Southwest Harbor by car. Hiking and swimming opportunities are just 5 minutes away by car. The Arthaus is not suitable for pets, despite our love for them.

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Book this for quiet DT, location, outdoor space and ability for 2 couples to have space. Fenced Yard. Newly remodeled in 2022! Perfect for friends and small families! The layout of the house allows for 2 couples travelling together to have some personal space & each will have their own deck to enjoy. We love the access to athletic field w/tennis and pickleball courts at back. DT location affords ability to enjoy Bar Harbor at your own time & not limited by availability of parking

Skipping Stone on Frenchman's Bay Weekly Rental
Our beachfront home is good for families and pets, with open plan, private bedrooms and an enclosed deck. The beach is perfect for cookouts, walking and exploring. We are nestled down a long gravel drive with quiet neighbors. The main floor bedroom (queen bed) accesses a screened sitting area. The downstairs bedroom (walkout basement) has twin beds and futon chair (single). We are 5 miles from the village, 2.5 miles from Acadia Visitor Center, and .5 miles from an Explorer stop.

Hulls Cove Cottage
Settled right outside Hulls Cove Village and its entrance to Acadia National Park, this lovely, cozy cottage is minutes from downtown Bar Harbor and its shopping, restaurants, kayaking and other activities. A classic New England shingled cape, you'll feel right at home in the updated living space, with an upstairs queen bedroom, loft with twin beds, and private backyard. Centrally located to take advantage of everything Mt. Desert Island has to offer! Registration #VR1R25-047

Renovated Bar Harbor Cottage just blocks from town
Acadia and Bar Harbor await you as does this sparkling clean, renovated cottage on one of Bar Harbor's favorite streets. Your vacation home on Ledgelawn Avenue is just blocks from town. Walk to restaurants, shops, and the ocean. Whether you're here to stroll the island or hike/bike/run, Cedar Cottage has all you need. Relax with your coffee in the sunroom, sitting area, or on the deck; make great meals in the well-stocked kitchen; sleep soundly on Puffy and Casper beds!
Popular amenities for Bar Harbor house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Cozy, fun, 3 bedroom home with a pool and Hot Tub.

New Boho Cape with Pool! Fenced yard, pet friendly

The Jarvis Homestead | Historic Maine Mansion

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BarHarbor Cedar Chalet - Ocean view- 10 min Acadia

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Duck Cove Get Away

Farmhouse w/wild blueberries-Acadia National Park

Downtown Bar Harbor, Walk to the Village Green

"My Favorite Place to Stay Near Acadia"

Home w/ Serene coastal sunsets

SW Harbor: Salt in the Pines-Modern, Magical Oasis

Cozy Beachfront Retreat on Somes Sound

Spacious Oceanfront Cottage, Easy Access to Acadia
Quick stats about house rentals in Bar Harbor
Total rentals
400 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$80 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
20K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
360 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
140 properties allow pets
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
200 properties have a dedicated workspace
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