Bar Harbor vacation rentals

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Apartment in Hancock
Flower Farm Loft
When you arrive at the Flower Farm Loft you're greeted by our dogs, who will likely jump on you with muddy paws and request fetch and pets. You're immediately surrounded by flowers in our gardens and flower studio. The loft has big east facing windows that look over our farm and surrounding fields. You'll open the curtains in the morning to incredible sunrises over Kilkenny Cove, and end your nights at your private fire pit with immaculate star filled skies that will make it hard to go inside.
Feb 9 – 16
$106 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews
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Cottage in Mount Desert
Jordan Cottage BEST in Acadia-Conde Nast Traveler!
WALK OR BIKE TO THE NATIONAL PARK FROM THE FRONT DOOR! Newly renovated, sparkling clean, coastal cottage in heart of Acadia. Bypass traffic and access the NP, Jordan Pond, Carriage Roads and Seal Harbor Beach by foot. Seconds from NP entrance, Park Loop Road, 14-Minutes to Bar Harbor. Easy stroll to shuttle, restaurant, shops, ice cream and bike rentals. Located in quaint Seal Harbor, summer home of the Rockefellers, Martha Stewart. Central to popular hiking, MDI points of interest and Lobstah!
Jan 1 – 8
$279 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews
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Cabin in Southwest Harbor
Poet's Cabin - Year-round Acadia A-Frame Getaway
If you're looking for a beautiful cabin in the woods of Acadia on the Quietside of Mount Desert Island, you've found it! A perfect spot for couple's getaways, solo travelers, families of 3 & friends. Cute, cozy & charming, Poet's Cabin is Hygge-inspired & newly renovated w/ Brentwood queen bed, sleep sofa, stainless oven, dishwasher & microwave. Serene porch to relax on. Private yet convenient setting - close to the ocean, downtown Southwest Harbor, Seawall Beach, Bass Harbor Light & Echo Lake.
Jan 2 – 9
$179 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Popular amenities for Bar Harbor vacation rentals

Stay near Bar Harbor's top sights

Cadillac Mountain128 locals recommend
Hulls Cove Visitor Center14 locals recommend
Little Hunters Beach4 locals recommend
Side Street Cafe89 locals recommend
Geddy's38 locals recommend
Jordan's Restaurant - Breakfast - Lobster Rolls - Burgers - Pancakes - Sandwiches23 locals recommend

Bar Harbor oceanfront vacation rentals

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Guest suite in Trenton
The Farm By The Sea Private Apartment
Dec 26 – Jan 2
$269 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviews
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Cottage in Trenton
Cozy Oceanside Cottage/Near Acadia {Salty Suite}
Dec 22 – 29
$318 per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 285 reviews
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Apartment in Tremont
Duck Cove Apartment
Dec 24 – 31
$225 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews
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Cottage in Gouldsboro
Beachfront Sunrises w/ Firepit 20 Mins To Schoodic
Oct 16 – 23
$475 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews
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Home in Hancock
Water's Edge-Oceanfront with Stellar View
Nov 3 – 10
$300 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews
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Chalet in Gouldsboro
Great Timbers Retreat Minutes from Schoodic Park
Dec 10 – 17
$300 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 255 reviews
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Cottage in Gouldsboro
Driftwood Cottage
Jan 29 – Feb 5
$275 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews
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Cottage in Gouldsboro
The Cottage
Feb 4 – 11
$150 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews
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Home in Southwest Harbor
Quiet side ranch home SW Harbor. Prime MDI locale
Feb 6 – 13
$254 per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews
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Chalet in Hancock
Getaway on the Cove!
Oct 19 – 26
$561 per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews
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Cottage in Deer Isle
Beachfront Guest Cottage - Year-round Hot Tub!
Sep 4 – 11
$182 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviews
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Cabin in Bremen
Ocean Front Cottage: Little Heaven
Oct 5 – 12
$138 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews

Bar Harbor fishing vacation rentals

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Cabin in Mount Desert
Lakefront Cabin in Acadia National Park
Oct 11 – 18
$500 per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 267 reviews
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Home in Bar Harbor
Park, Stay, & Stroll from Right in Downtown!
Apr 28 – May 5
$305 per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews
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Cabin in Mt Desert
A little piece of heaven
Jan 8 – 15
$345 per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
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Home in Gouldsboro
Schoodic Loft Cabin "The Roost" with Kayaks
Oct 25 – Nov 1
$200 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
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Treehouse in Appleton
BREEZE, in a tree The Appleton Retreat
Jan 20 – 27
$216 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 298 reviews
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Cottage in Waltham
Quiet lakefront cottage on Graham Lake
Feb 15 – 22
$100 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 665 reviews
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Cabin in Eastbrook
Hemlock Cabin.
Oct 22 – 29
$112 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews
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Cabin in Otis
Rustic Cabin on Beech Hill Pond near Acadia
Sep 30 – Oct 7
$250 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews
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Farm stay in Franklin
Boreal Blueberry Bungalow - Organic Farm Getaway
May 15 – 22
$77 per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 502 reviews
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Chalet in Ellsworth
Mainely Green Lake Superior Recreational Retreat
Jan 2 – 9
$338 per night
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
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Home in Ellsworth
Green's Landing on Branch Lake
Nov 18 – 25
$464 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
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Cottage in Bucksport
Lake Front-Spa Tub-Fire Pit-Full Kitchen-Canoe
Dec 5 – 12
$157 per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews

Bar Harbor house rentals

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Home in Mount Desert
The Arthaus, an eclectic retreat for two
May 13 – 20
$225 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews
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Home in Bar Harbor
Moss Mountain Cottage - your home away from home
Oct 26 – Nov 2
$295 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
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Home in Bar Harbor
Abby Lane
Dec 8 – 15
$150 per night
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews
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Home in Bar Harbor
Downtown Bar Harbor, Walk to everything.
Jun 15 – 22
$500 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
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Home in Bar Harbor
Hulls Cove Cottage
Dec 30 – Jan 6
$273 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews
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Home in Mount Desert
Thelma's Garden Cottage
Oct 20 – 27
$175 per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
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Home in Ellsworth
Newly renovated cottage in the heart of Downeast
Sep 4 – 11
$187 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews
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Home in Bar Harbor
Walk to Everything DT Bar Harbor Mins 2 Acadia!
Nov 26 – Dec 3
$332 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
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Home in Bar Harbor
Renovated Bar Harbor Cottage just blocks from town
Feb 8 – 15
$275 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
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Home in Mount Desert
Ruth's Place, peaceful and dog friendly
Mar 22 – 29
$115 per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
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Home in Bar Harbor
Hulls Cove Hideaway.
Nov 16 – 23
$158 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 207 reviews
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Home in Bar Harbor
NEW, beautiful and private home in MDI
Jan 23 – 30
$760 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Bar Harbor

Total rentals

1.1K properties

Rentals with a pool

20 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

350 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

670 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

56K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

$30 before taxes and fees

Your guide to Bar Harbor

All About Bar Harbor

For generations, New Englanders have retreated to this craggy stretch of Maine’s coast, where lobster boats bob in the misty harbors of Frenchman Bay, and miles of pristine wilderness make this corner of the United States feel just as untamed as ever. Mount Desert Island is home to one of the top 10 most-visited national parks in the country, and Bar Harbor is the gateway. More than three million visitors come through each year, many on their way to explore the wilds of Acadia National Park, others just to soak in the charm of New England village life, from Northeast Harbor to Southwest Harbor to Bass Harbor (are you sensing a theme?). Clearly, the water defines life in these parts, whether you’re planning a kayak or canoe trip around the Porcupine Islands, or a creamy lobster roll at a seaside eatery in Hulls Cove.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Bar Harbor

There are several glorious weeks between July and Labor Day when Mainers can finally swap their long johns for T-shirts, and naturally that’s the time when the state is flooded with visitors. Bar Harbor’s most popular locations are the most crowded in summer, when temperatures inch above 65 degrees Fahrenheit, peaking at around 73 degrees in mid-July. Fall is chillier, but you’re rewarded with sparser crowds and stunning foliage. By January, the mercury rarely gets above freezing, dipping to around 16 degrees overnight. These harsh winters and sublime summers mean that many Bar Harbor attractions are extremely seasonal. So if you’re planning to visit in the off-season, don’t expect much to be open — and definitely book a rental with a hot tub and fireplace.


Top things to do in Bar Harbor

Acadia National Park

With environments ranging from rocky beaches to forests to granite mountain peaks, this 47,000-acre recreational area feels like a country in and of itself. You can explore more than 150 miles of hiking trails and 45 miles of carriage roads on foot, by bike, or on horseback, while possibly crossing paths with a moose, bear, or other local wildlife. Get up early to trek 1,530 feet to the top of Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on the North Atlantic seaboard, and you’ll be rewarded with views of the earliest sunrise in the United States (between October and March).

Abbe Museum

Stop in at this Smithsonian-affiliated museum to learn about the history and culture of Maine’s indigenous Wabanaki people. The museum maintains its original location inside the national park from June through September, and operates a second branch in downtown Bar Harbor that is open all year (except January).

Whale watching

The Gulf of Maine is a playground for several species of whale, including humpbacks, finbacks, and minkes. It’s possible to spot them from shore, or you could get up closer with a wildlife cruise. Expert-led excursions depart from the Bar Harbor pier daily from May to October.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How is the weather in Bar Harbor?

    The weather in Bar Harbor, Maine is generally moderate with temperatures ranging from 15°F (-9°C) in winter up to 70°F (21°C) in summer. Winters can come with snow, making it perfect for winter activities, while summers are usually mild and comfortable for outdoor adventures.

  • What are some of the best things to do in Bar Harbor?

    Visiting Acadia National Park, exploring Bar Harbor Historical Society Museum, and enjoying a nature cruise are popular activities in Bar Harbor. Whale watching is also an often recommended experience.

  • What is the best time of year to visit Bar Harbor?

    Bar Harbor is frequently visited from June to October, with the annual Fourth of July parade and fireworks attracting many visitors. Also, Acadia Night Sky Festival in September is an event often enjoyed by astronomy lovers.

  • What are the best places to visit in Bar Harbor?

    Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor Historical Society Museum, and the Shore Path are popular places to visit. The Abbe Museum, dedicated to Maine's Native American heritage, is another frequently suggested destination.

  • What are some hiking trails in Bar Harbor?

    Bar Harbor has a variety of hiking trails, notably the Precipice Trail and Jordan Pond Path in Acadia National Park. The Ship Harbor Nature Trail, 18 miles (29 km) from Bar Harbor, is also a great option.

  • What are some family activities to do in Bar Harbor?

    Families can explore the Abbe Museum to learn about Native American history, take a nature cruise around Frenchman Bay, or enjoy a day at the Village Green with picnic spots and a playground.

  • What are some of the best day trip ideas in Bar Harbor?

    Day trips from Bar Harbor can include a visit to the Acadia National Park, just 3 miles (5 km) away, sailing or fishing in the Gulf of Maine, or exploring the neighboring towns like Northeast Harbor and Southwest Harbor.

  • Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Bar Harbor?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 410 vacation rentals in Bar Harbor featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Bar Harbor?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Bar Harbor. Choose from more than 350 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • Are there Bar Harbor vacation rentals on Airbnb with pools?

    Yes! Dive into the perfect getaway at one of over 20 vacation homes with pools in Bar Harbor, available on Airbnb. Make a splash and soak up the sun in style!

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