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Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor

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Rocko"s Cottage
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Exterior
Exterior
Gas Fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Village Green
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • West Street Historic District
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor

Rocko's Cottage is located on a side street in the downtown area of the beautiful island town of Bar Harbor. We are pet friendly for your well mannered four legged friends. Rocko was actually our 7 lb Dorkie. (Dachshund/Yorkie)

You will be within walking distance of over 25 restaurants ranging from fine dining to family fare. Bicycle rentals, kayaking trips, and unique shops galore are all just minutes away from your front door and yes we can tell you which of these places welcome pets. Walk the shore path or across a natural sand bar (actually a glacial deposit) to visit beautiful Bar Island. Never have to worry about parking your car or enjoying a cocktail and then driving.

Rocko's Cottage was built in 2005 and is tastefully and comfortably furnished. You will find everything that you need to enjoy your stay. The kitchen is equipped with all the necessities of life, and the linens are all in good condition. The open floor plan actually makes our cottage appear much larger inside. It must be noted that the bathroom does not have a tub but does have a nice 4 ft. shower and for your convenience there is a stackable washer and dryer. This is a great house and location for people that travel with pets or just one or two couples or a small family that want to stay in the heart of town. Once you visit us you will be sure to return again and again.

We, the owners, live locally and we are always only a phone call away if there is a problem. Welcome to our home and enjoy your stay....



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Property manager

Elisa M DeMuro
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
2under20lbs each or1 up to 50 lbs.Must be approved
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not allow smoking anywhere on our property.
Pets must be noted when booking and pre- approved by owner of Cottage. 2 under 20lbs or 1 under 50lbs. You may always request an exception.
Prior to departure all used dishes and cookware should be washed and put away, all trash should be bagged and placed in outdoor garbage container.

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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number VR1R24-046. PERMIT #1353

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Downtown Bar Harbor, a neighbourhood 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • West Street Historic District - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Shore Path - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rocko's Cottage Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor located?

Located in Downtown Bar Harbor, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bar Harbor Historical Society and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Acadia National Park is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 164 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 164 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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

Bar Harbor week

Great location on a quiet street. Very comfortable cottage and easy to walk to downtown. We would stay here again. The dog enjoyed it also!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Great Location

Great host, perfect location. Had a great stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inna V.

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

Great location and house

Very clean and well stocked house. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

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

We Enjoyed Our Stay

Clean, comfortable, and convenient.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul k.

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

Perfect Getaway

This house has all you need in a perfect location. Nicely appointed, and a short walk to everything in downtown BH.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

excellent dog friendly place to stay, property owner was great.

Everything you would want in a dog friendly place to stay and very good location to downtown Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Perfect in Every Way

Lovely, lovely, lovely. By far the best rental we have ever had the pleasure of calling home for a week. Impeccably clean, quality and comfort throughout, quiet neighborhood yet easily walkable to the center of town, hosts are welcoming and respond quickly to any questions you may have. Stop scrolling and stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Bar harbor

The cottage was well stocked and clean. Very easy check in and check out. Location was the best feature. We could walk everywhere in BaR Harbor and not have to worry about parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

Unbeatable Location

We loved Rocko's Cottage! So nice to be in walking distance to everything in Bar Harbor, yet far enough off the main drag to have peace and quite when desired.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

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

Excellent experience!

Lisa and Rick's property is immaculate, modern and very convenient to Bar Harbor's downtown. The home has many thoughtful, homey touches, and the hosts provide plenty of laundry and dish detergent, coffee and linens. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome Stay

Great little cottage in a great location. Lisa was a pleasure to deal with too.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Perfect Short Getaway

Owners were right there to greet us as we arrived and communication was excellent. Cottage was immaculately clean. Owners thought of every little thing needed for guests better than any VRBO I've stayed at in the past. Everything in Bar Harbor was an easy walk from the cottage and we all slept like babies in comfort and silence. We had a great week, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie D.

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

Great spot

Walking distance to town is the best feature!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie J.

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

Perfect location!

The property is perfectly located to the downtown area with quick access to Acadia just down the road! The host was very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G., Jericho, Vermont

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

Perfect Location

We have stayed here twice. It is clean, cozy, and close to everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie E.

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

Biking & Hiking 2023

Perfect weather everyday for enjoying Acadia. We can bike and hike to the park from this lovely home. Additionally there is a Sunday market 2 blocks away by the YMCA.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Great Location

Easy walk to everything Bar Harbor.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

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

Great trip to bar harbor

Beautiful cottage in the heart of bar harbor. Will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

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

Wonderful experience!

We first visited Rocko's Cottage in 2017, and were excited to return! Lisa and Rick are responsive and gracious hosts, and the changes they have made in the cottage are wonderful enhancements. Cozy, quiet, comfortable, and convenient - walk only a few blocks and we were able both to stroll the Shore Path and to explore and dine throughout downtown Bar Harbor. A three mile drive brought us to the entrance to Acadia National Park and we enjoyed driving the Park Loop Road and getting out to see Thunder Hole (our dog Jake enjoyed this, too!) So once again we were grateful to be here - thank you, Lisa and Rick.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sage M.

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

Had a great time

We had a great stay, the house was very comfortable and clean. The hosts were great and right next door if we needed anything. The location was perfect also, just a short walk to everything in Bar harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caleb A.

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

A perfect little spot

This house was perfect for our family of 4. The house is cute and clean and has all the basics, making a longer stay easy (cooking supplies, laundry, etc.). The location is great because you are right outside the bustle of Bar Harbor but everything is an easy walk including downtown shops and the Shore Path (which is also helpful because you never have to pay to park). Also the park is right there so it’s also a great place to access all park points. We would totally go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Great spot to visit Acadia and spend time in Bar Harbor

Excellent location, only a few minutes drive from the park and right in town, walking distance to many restaurants, shops and the water front in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Rocko’s Cottage

Very cute house in a great location. House was well equipped and clean. Owners were easy to deal with. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

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

Clean, comfy, and great location.

We’ll definitely stay here the next time we come up. It instantly felt like home, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Elisa M DeMuro

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Lisa and Rick, the owners of Rocko's Cottage, live and work in Bar Harbor. Lisa works in the hospitality industry and Rick was an engineer at the Jackson Laboratory. and has just recently retired. Lisa has lived in Bar Harbor for over 60 years, she is pictured here with their two dogs, Rocko and Alice.

Why they chose this property

Rocko's Cottage is not a full time vacation rental but our actual home that we have chosen to rent by the week in the summer months.

What makes this property unique

Rocko's Cottage is in a great location. You are downtown in the heart of Bar Harbor and are able to access the free bus system that has its hub located 2 blocks from where you are staying. Restaurants, movie theatres, boat trips are all easily accessible without worrying about parking. You can enjoy your vacation without ever having to use your car.

Languages:

English

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