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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

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Breakfast included

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Bar Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park4 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center10 min drive
Village Green15 min drive
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)119 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reservation process was easy, excellent communication with owner & accommodations were superior! Amenities provided were...

Delores S.

Oct 12, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft Den

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The North End Of Our Restored Barn

Our beautifully restored 160 year-old barn is centrally located on Mt. Desert Island, approximately 15 minutes from the village of Bar Harbor and approximately 10 minutes from the entrance to Acadia National Park via an old farm road, aptly named 'The Crooked Road'.

The space
Our 160 year-old barn once served as the livery stable for Town Hill, a one-time farming community which is in the township of Bar Harbor. We've converted the stable into two beautifully appointed apartments -- there's no other place quite like this on Mt. Desert. Soaring ceilings, hand hewn beams, cozy bedrooms, new kitchen and baths, loft space for tv and reading with a comfortable daybed for an additional sleeping option, and a wonderful screened porch for morning coffee, afternoon reading, evening conversations, and a quiet meal any time of day. We call this half of the barn 'The North Barn'. New kitchen, baths, flooring, heating, air, insulation and all the amenities create the perfectly livable blending of old and new. The North Barn is a special place --cozy, comfortable, elegant and is one of the nicest home-away-from home environments on MDI.

Guest access
Our guests are welcomed to borrow our bikes, helmets, water bottles and bike rack for wonderful rides on the carriage roads in Acadia National Park. free to wash a load of clothes in our laundry room. We'll make sure you have maps and guidebooks for use while you're visiting, and steer you towards our favorite hikes, bike rides, swimming spots, tours and restaurants.

Other things to note
Because we're at the intersection of three Island roads, our location is great for exploring the Island. Acadia NP, Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor and the 'Quiet Side' of MDI are all close by. Be prepared for summer traffic! Our once-quiet farm road is now a busy thorough-fare that runs from one end of the island to the other.

An Island bus service, supported by L.L. Bean, stops just across the road and provides free service into Bar Harbor and throughout the national park.

Bangor International Airport is 45 miles away -- approximately an hour's drive. The regional airport, Hancock County/Bar Harbor, is approximately 2 miles from our house and barn.

Property manager

Jane Weathersby

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

24x14 Sunroom-Big Windows & Knotty Pine-Feels Like Nature is All Around You!

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bar Harbor

This holiday home is located in Bar Harbor. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 4 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 10 min drive
Village Green - 15 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 16 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 25 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬10 min drive
‪Shell - ‬3 min drive
‪Mainely Meat Bar-B-Que Dreamwood Hill - ‬10 min drive
‪The Chart Room - ‬9 min drive
‪Lunt's Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The North End Of Our Restored Barn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The North End Of Our Restored Barn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The North End Of Our Restored Barn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The North End Of Our Restored Barn located?

Situated in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is steps from Atlantic Brewing Company and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Thompson Island Information Center and Acadia Repertory Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Delores S.

12 Oct 2023

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Highly recommend

Reservation process was easy, excellent communication with owner & accommodations were superior! Amenities provided were a bonus including hiking maps & information on each trail. Only negative was the location being on a main street was an adjustment hearing the traffic during the night.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary ann m., Lake Orion, MI.

12 Oct 2023

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Awesome

Great place, unique yet super cozy. The ONLY drawback is road noise from close proximity to actual road

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

7 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved everything about our stay here!

Jane and Paul, our gracious hosts, do everything possible to welcome visitors: from personally meeting guests, providing a breakfast goodie basket along with OJ, coffee, yogurt and half and half in the Frig., sharing maps with favorite trails (and hiking levels) highlighted… all in all, providing a comfortable residence for your stay. The renovated barn (Hopefully, you can see the “before” pictures.) is an architectural masterpiece!. Very clean with a cozy porch and den area… don’t forget to admire the eclectic and whimsical art too! Thanks for making our stay in Acadia such a relaxing one!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine Q.

6 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in every way

This is our second time staying here, and it did not disappoint. Jane and Paul are wonderful hosts and the property is simply lovely. We especially love the screen porch. We will definitely be back again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

13 Sept 2023

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A little place of Paradise

A beautiful place if you are looking for somewhere that is relaxing and in a place that is easy to get to all the sights. The couple in charge are full of information and are lovely to boot. They believe in lots of little personal touches that mean a lot. They’ll guide you in all the right directions for the most wonderful vacation in Bar Harbor.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dolat B.

3 June 2023

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Amazing experience

We had a delightful experience staying Jen and Paul’s place. They are amazing hosts. Gave us wonderful directions and tips for everyone. The place was beautifully decorated, super clean and very well equipped 🙏 One drawback was that there is almost no or very little sound proofing between the rooms. The experience was so awesome that I would most certainly come back again 🌺

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward P.

21 May 2023

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Wonderful spot

We enjoyed the friendly greeting and the tour of the Barn we stayed in. The screened in porch was great to sit on and read, it was a little chilly to eat outside in the evening. The rooms were clean and welcoming. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curt A.

31 Oct 2022

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Perfect Anniversary Trip!

This absolutely adorable and completely modern VRBO was fantastic! This historical livery barn which was converted into a beautiful two-bedroom modern unit was better than we could have imagined. Extremely clean and they had all the amenities that they had listed and more! Owners had great communication with us and even supplied us with great maps for Acadia National Park trails based on their personal experience. The location to Acadia National Park and downtown Bar Harbor can't be beat. We will definitely stay here again when we return to Maine. This unit met all our hopes and dreams making our anniversary trip one of the best. Laura

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooks D.

30 Sept 2022

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Late Summer In Acadia

This property is a wonderful renovated/converted barn dating from the 1850’s. Our unit featured two bedrooms with very comfortable beds, two bathrooms with large showers, a well equipped kitchen, a downstairs den/dining area, an upstairs sitting area, and a large, very comfortably furnished screened porch. A washer and dryer were available for our use, as well as bicycles. The village of Town Hill is located in north central Mount Desert Island, making all parts of the island and Acadia National Park easily accessible. We spent a wonderful week there and only wish our stay could have been longer!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

22 Sept 2022

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Perfect Getaway

We can’t say enough about this rental. The location to Bar Harbor and Acadia. The cleanliness of the restored barn, impeccable! The hosts Jane and Paul, so knowledgeable, so helpful, provisions to get you started, maps to coordinate with your level of hiking/biking. The rental has EVERYTHING you would need. Everything about it was perfect for us, even a laundry area. Jane and Paul are very passionate about their place and they have every right to be. It is LOVELY. Thank you so very much ♥️ You have earned all the 5 stars ⭐️

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

20 July 2022

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Nice

Very nice, convenient to Bar Harbor as well easy access to quiet side of Island. Photos accurate

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

12 June 2022

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Over the top!

This was our 5th stay in a VRBO & hands down was the best! Jane and Paul personally welcomed us upon arrival and showed us around the property. They were more than accommodating- having bikes, yard games, and snacks available. Everything was meticulous! Paul had a color coded hiking map of ANP that we referred to and relied on during our hikes. Both were available for any question we had. The place was perfect for myself and my 2 sons. It is cozy and very welcoming. We enjoyed a few meals and rest time on the screened porch. Location is perfect too. It’s a no-brained , if you’re going to Bar Harbor you have to stay here! If we ever get back up there, we will stay here again. They set the bar very high!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

7 June 2022

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Wonderful!

We had a wonderful stay here. The accommodations were perfect! . Paul and Jane shared information about the area and gave us some suggestions about hiking, dining… We highly recommend this unique place and we would definitely like to visit them again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

19 May 2022

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vacation perfection

The property was lovely with many amenities and close to everything. Jane and Paul provided some staples to get us going, invaluable advice about hiking and activities, and great restaurant suggestions. Paul even transported his small boat for us so the young adults could boat on a lake and could motor out to see some seals. They are marvelous hosts. You will be happy that you stayed with them.

Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S., Puryear, TN

16 Oct 2021

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Terrific Place

Wonderfully remodeled stable with all the conveniences. Hosts were very friendly and helpful and supplied all kinds of treats and staples. Way above the expected. Would recommend to anyone.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

30 Aug 2021

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Quiet, Comfortable, Memorable

We thouroughly enjoyed our week-long stay in the North Barn. It has been beautifully converted into a very comfortable vacation spot while retaining much of its original character. On top of that, it is tastefully furnished and has all the amenities you could ask for. We especially appreciated being on the "quiet" side of the island, and we enjoyed exploring and hiking in areas that were new to us. Paul's hiking guide was a great help! Jane also suggested some nearby restaurants and they were all excellent recommendations. Overall, we are so thankful we found this spot and have many wonderful memories of our time at Town Hill.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

16 Aug 2021

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Excellent Stay

The north barn was a fantastic place to stay. Very nice location close to Acadia. Owners extremely helpful in everything from hikes to favorite restaurants. Enjoyed a day of hiking as much as our evenings in the barn.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

11 July 2021

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Town Hill Treasure

A perfect place for two couples! Jane and Paul were awesome hosts. The screened in porch was ideal for early morning coffee and happy hours. Great location for all the trails, Southwest Harbor and Bar Harbor.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

mary G.

1 June 2021

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If you are smart you will stay here!

Absolutely delightful place to stay and just terrific hosts. Great location - centrally located to hit all parts of the island. The north barn is beautiful and Jane and Paul have thought of everything. Our hosts provided everything we needed to hit the ground running - from bikes we could use to snacks and provisions to a hiking map detailing the best places to go. We will be back!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B., Somerville

9 May 2021

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Great stay!

My husband and I had an amazing experience staying in Acadia! Jane and her husband were unbelievably accommodating! The space was clean, spacious and exactly what we were looking for. This was our first time in Acadia and they left us maps with highlighted trails and descriptions to check out, which helped us greatly! We were very close to restaurants in Bar Harbor and loved the location. We would absolutely recommend their place! Had a wonderful, peaceful and great time!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elvira A.

12 Oct 2020

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The Perfect Getaway

The North Barn at Town Hill was exactly as listed. My husband and I were in great need of a peaceful, stress-free getaway and this was it! Jane and Paul were perfect hosts. The beautifully designed and renovated structure itself, the furnishings and amenities (e.g. the softest throws within easy reach wherever you sat) made us feel warmly at home. The screened-in porch was the jewel in the crown. We ate all of our meals there, hung out and read there, even when it rained. We were able to have another couple over for a safe socially-distanced lunch which was a bonus! Access to both sides of the island and Acadia NP is easy and quick. We are already planning our next visit.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristine Q.

14 Sept 2020

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Simply perfect

I cannot say enough about how wonderful this stay was. Jane and Paul literally thought of everything from the high quality bedding down to the fridge and pantry staples provided (more than we could have ever anticipated!) The converted barn was gorgeous and the grounds were landscaped perfectly. Pail helped us navigate Acadia and his recommended hikes and rides (and the bikes provided) were spot on. We plan to come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jane Weathersby

When I was in college I worked in Acadia National Park in the summers. After I graduated, I stayed and worked on the Island for a number of years before moving back to Atlanta. Of course, I always wanted to come back to Mt. Desert Island, but my career, my husband's business, our children, elderly parents -- all those very important things came first. When the opportunity to move popped up, my husband, Paul, and I jumped at the chance. We both grew up in large, Southern families. Guests from all over the neighborhood -- and all over the world -- were often at our dining tables. We multiplied that happy energy in our Atlanta home. When we decided to move to Maine, we knew we wanted to infuse our new place with a similar upbeat vibe. We also wanted to create a special place for people coming to experience the Maine Coast and Acadia National Park. So here we are, living our best life, enjoying old friends and making new ones, meeting amazing people and working hard everyday to provide an extraordinary guest experience for everyone who stays with us.

Why they chose this property

Our old, timber frame house was built in 1847. The barn was built sometime before 1850 and served as the Livery Stable for this end of Mt. Desert Island which was primarily a farming community for a couple of hundred years. Paul has spent his career designing and building homes, and he gets all the credit for saving the barn -- which was falling in -- re-designing it, and creating two beautiful apartments within. He also renovated our house and tucked a cozy Suite Under the Eaves for guests.

What makes this property unique

The hiking in Acadia National Park is some of the best in the U.S. It's fun. It's accessible and the views are spectacular. Paul has put together a great guide to his favorite hikes in Acadia, and he's marked a trail map as a companion to the guide. Our guests love it!

Additionally, the Carriage Roads in Acadia are fantastic for cycling. We have excellent Cannondale bikes to share, along with helmets and racks.