Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location!

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Perfect porch for relaxing with a cup or coffee or glass of wine!

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Exceptional

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

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Bar Harbor, ME

West Street Historic District
‪3 min walk‬
Village Green
‪4 min walk‬
Bar Harbor Whale Watching
‪7 min walk‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 6

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

The Aerie

1 Double Bed

The Chart Room

1 King Bed

The Turquoise Room

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Aerie Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

First Floor Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Hall Bathroom, Second Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Room Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

All the charm of yesteryear with the comfort of the 21st century! Grand columned entry porch, English garden, delightful outdoor dining. Well appointed spacious and charming rooms, old world kitchen with bells and whistles, sunny breakfast room, copper-sinked butler's pantry/bar with wine cooler, expansive foyer with fireplace, comfortable and tranquil living room, dining room for 10 with sitting area, family room/home theater with fold out sectional, 3/4 first floor bathroom. Two stairs lead to four bedrooms, including a newly redecorated master suite (king bed), another bedroom with a king, one with a queen bed (newly decorated and upgraded), and one with two twins. There is an additional double-bed suite on the third floor as well as a generous laundry room. Coveted village location - quiet and enjoyable, but a stone's throw to all the activities you can imagine. You can walk everywhere!

All check-ins are self-check-ins. The home is spacious and the yard is completely private, with several private entrances. The location is quiet and it easy to get to the Park and to other areas of interest.

Home of twenty+ years to a pair of architects, the home has a designer touch and lots of character defining art and decor!

Property manager

Kay and Augusto

Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Front Entry Porch - one of three entries to this huge home!

Kitchen
Washer
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Note: 2 sets of stairs

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Please observe quiet hours 9pm-7am

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

Note from host: Please observe quiet hours 9pm-7am

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number VR1R22-75

We should mention

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

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

West Street Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Village Green - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Shore Path - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Geddy's - ‬7 min walk
‪Thirsty Whale - ‬4 min walk
‪Side Street Cafe - ‬5 min walk
‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious, Historical, Magical, Designer Home, Prime Walkable Village Location! located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of St. Saviour's Church and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Acadia National Park is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

11 Dec 2024

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

Thanksgiving getaway

My family traveled to bar harbor for a Thanksgiving getaway. The location was ideal and within walking distance to everything downtown bar harbor. Kay was a wonderful host and responsive during our visit. The house was beautiful and spacious for our group of 9. She left us a lovely gift basket with lots of goodies we enjoyed. I would highly recommend this property.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

6 Nov 2024

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

Family trip

This big house had plenty of room for 9 adults. The house was very clean and the beds were nice. We were in walking distance to many things & the neighborhood was safe and quiet. Our hosts were very responsive prior to and during our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

26 Oct 2024

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

Our stay was amazing!

We loved our stay at this large, historic home. The house was beautiful and clean and perfect for 4 adult friends. The location is amazing - walkable to the village. The front porch was a great spot for morning coffee or afternoon relaxation. The owner was easy to communicate with and there whenever I needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Bar Harbor and at this spectacular home.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dorothy S.

16 Oct 2024

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

Grand old house

Very well stocked. As an older house had to look for the light switches but figured it out. Lovely back family room with a piano. Very comfortable beds. Excellent location in town. Close to everything

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

lisa m.

17 Aug 2024

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

Great location!

House was in a great spot and host was excellent with responsiveness and providing helpful information. The house has everything you need. It’s an old house so bathrooms and some aspects reflect that.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

17 July 2024

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

House and location can’t be beat

The house might be my wife’s dream house: lots of character but nicely updated. It was a hot week and the AC was strong. The grill was clean and ready to go. There were tons of games and puzzles for downtime. And the location is exceptional. Just a block to all the action, but still on a quiet street. It was perfect for our mini family reunion.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dee K., Warwick MD

25 June 2023

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

Great location

Great house. Had everything we needed and the location was great - an easy walk to town.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

30 June 2024

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

Great for large family. A lot of room to be together or apart

Wonderful, welcoming and well-stocked home. Our family of 9 adults loved it. Great spot to easily walk to anywhere in Bar Harbor - which we did for 4 days in a row. Good communication with the owner made it easy. Two car parking limit was a bit of a pinch but we found a creative way to park a third car off site. Highly recommended to any large group

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

9 Aug 2023

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

Bar Harbor experience

Historical Bar Harbor comfort

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

5 July 2024

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

Fabulous vacation

Staying at Kay's place was truly magical. The house was spotless and extremely spacious. My spouse, kids, and grandkids all found places to have time to themselves and time to gather together. The living room was perfect for playing games in the evening and just sitting around and talking. The location of this house couldn't have been more perfect: steps from the grocery store and the Village Green and bustling downtown. We all wished we could have stayed longer and would love to come back here when we come back to Bar Harbor!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

28 Oct 2017

Amazing house and location

Very spacious house with lots of thoughtful touches including games and pantry. Super comfortable for a large or small group.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

clay m.

10 June 2023

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

Fabulous Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our well long stay in Bar Harbor. This beautiful home was fantastic! Very conveniently located downtown. You can walk to just about everything. Less than 10 minute drive to Acadia. Will definitely stay there again when we return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jenna E.

7 July 2016

Wonderful downtown location

We loved staying at this home. It was our first visit to Bar Harbor and we fell in love with both the home and the town. Just steps away is the charming downtown area with tons of shops and restaurants, around the corner is a grocery store, and a five minute drive gets you into Acadia National Park. Couldn't ask for a better location!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

24 July 2019

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

Great location and plenty of room

We enjoyed our stay in Bar Harbor. The house has plenty of room for six adults and Kay provided a crib and high chair for our 9 month old. Very accommodating owners. Thank you!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

22 June 2018

Wonderful rambling house, excellant location

We spent 5 days in Bar Harbor for a family get together. There were 4 adults and 5 children ranging from 15 to 23. The house was comfortable, had plenty of space and was centrally located. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

9 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful house in a great location!!

Overall experience was fantastic. Only issue was hot weather and no air conditioning in bedrooms. The second and third floors were VERY hot!!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

26 Aug 2023

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

Awesome Bar Harbor vacation get away

Our family of 9 spent 10 fun days in this spacious, clean, and comfortable home. It is in an ideal location, so that we were able to walk or take the Island Explorer to most attractions, museums, restaurants and trail heads. On the one rainy day, there were plenty of games, books and puzzles on the shelves to keep us entertained. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well appointed. The air conditioning kept us cool. The laundry room was convenient. We enjoyed barbecuing on the patio. It was a wonderful stay!

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

10 Sept 2018

Perfect!

This house could not have been more perfect for 9 high school friends celebrating our 60th birthdays! It is beautiful and spacious and had everything that we could possibly need. We appreciated the pantry essentials and LOVED the porch where we spent all our free time. The location is perfect - on a quiet street, but easy walking distance to everything the town has to offer. Kay and Augustine were very responsive. We could not imagine a better choice for our Bar Harbor stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mickie G., Pauls Valley, OK

18 June 2021

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

A Nice Property In A Great Location

Communication was stellar. The property is as I expected. We appreciated that we were close to the downtown area. The only disadvantage was the people in the house to our right. They were screaming and cussing for quite a while. This was disappointing with small children who could hear.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Candace G., USA

12 July 2017

Eclectic Yet Vintage

Great location to downtown and also Acadia. The house itself was a perfect size for the 8 of us. It was nice having the TV room out of the mainstream so it wouldn't wake anyone up. Likewise, the parlor was perfect for us all getting together to determine the course of our day/night. The nice large porch was perfect to sit outside for some family time. The floors/rugs could have used a deep cleaning but everything else was really clean. Comfortable towels and bedding which is always a plus in my book. Kay was very responsive when we were asking questions about the house. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Chris M.

16 Nov 2016

Center for a Wonderful Family Reunion

Our group consisted of 8 adults and a 2 year old who gathered for a memorial service for Grandma. The house was a perfect place for us to gather. It was very spacious with wonderful spaces that we could sit around and chat and enjoy a glass of wine. The bedrooms were as advertised and there were 4 full baths. Everything we needed was in the house. We were very comfortable there. Since this is a very old house, there was almost no overhead lighting, just table lamps. Putting on makeup in the bathroom was a bit of a challenge due to the lighting. The house was right in downtown Bar Harbor and it was a short walk to the main road, shops and restaurants. We were lucky enough to see the Bar Harbor Bed Races on the Saturday of our stay. Of course, the entrance to Acadia National Park was a short drive away. The owners provided us with plenty of information before we arrived and promptly answered a couple of questions that we had. The binder of info that was in the house was very helpful. This was a lovely home and I would recommend it as a great place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

maria p.

14 July 2018

Our family vacation at Kay and Augusto's lovely home was just perfect. We give it 5 stars.

When I first rented our VRBO home, I was not sure of what to expect. The gallery pictures were nice but yet I was not sure. Sometimes these photos can tend to make the home look better than it actually is. So needless to say, I was so delightfully surprised when we entered that spacious foyer of Augusto and Kay's charming home. From the lovely porch with its wicker furniture and rocking chairs to the bedroom on the third level, the house fit our needs for 11 adults and was more than I expected. The rooms were large with high ceilings and their was plenty of space to spread out. We enjoyed breakfast in the bright breakfast room and dinners around the large parson table in the dinning room. We particularly appreciated a well stocked kitchen and the grill outside since most of our meals were prepared and enjoyed in the house. My grandchildren, ages 14 to 21, were impressed with the uniqueness of an older house with its design and character. Augusto and Kay have truly created a welcoming home away from home. Another plus feature of the home was the location. We were all happy to be so close to the park, attractions, restaurants, and shopping all within walking distance. Using the bus to go to and from the park was an added pleasure. Kay and Augusto had provided excellent instructions to familiarized us with the home and any needs we may have during our stay. We also enjoyed reading about their family and their home. Our week in Bar Harbor was most enjoyable. Our family created memories hiking, biking, kayaking, watching the sunrise on Cadillac Mountain, being together, and so much more. Thank you Augusto and Kay and VRBO for a delightful and memorable vacation. Maria Poppe and family

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve E., Jackson, MI

11 Sept 2018

Excellent place for family vacation

We rented Kay and Augusto's historic home for our recent family vacation. Kay met us at the property and showed us around the house. She was absolutely delightful to meet. We had 10 family members stay for the week, and the home had more than enough room for us to be comfortable. Everyone had plenty of space to stretch out. One of our family members loves to cook, and found everything he needed in the kitchen. The most important feature may have been the coffee pot and the Keurig, both of which got lots of use! The house is situated in a great location in Bar Harbor, You are within walking distance of many eateries, bars, shopping, and the waterfront. Also, the Hannaford's grocery store is only a couple of blocks away, which makes stocking the kitchen easy. Each bedroom had sufficient linens and there were plenty of towels for each of the four bathrooms. The washer and dryer on the third floor made laundry a breeze. The one feature of the house that we absolutely loved was the outdoor space. The courtyard is a fabulous place to hang out, eat, have drinks, etc. We ate most of our dinners in the courtyard. One warning: Bar Harbor's noise ordinance states no loud outdoor activity after 9pm. We were a bit boisterous one evening, and a neighbor kindly informed us about the ordinance, so we made sure to be quiet after 9pm! One other item to note: the house does not have air conditioning. Naturally, this is not an issue for the vast majority of the year. We happened to arrive during a hot spell, with temperatures in the high 80's for a couple of days. While there are fans in every bedroom, it remained warm at night. Fortunately for us it cooled down and was beautiful after the first few days, so no A/C was not a big deal, it is just a head's up if you are traveling at a time where it may be hot and you have people who struggle with heat in your party. Another great feature was the access to Acadia National Park and the free Island bus system. We did a lot of hiking in the park, and members in the group who wanted to go to other locations on the island used the bus with great success. One other note: for those who need WiFi access, it works really well. We had a large number of devices connected with no issues. I would recommend Kay and Augusto's for any family on a getaway. The house is well appointed with everything you need, and comfortable for large groups. It certainly made our stay in Bar Harbor better!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Brion L.

19 Oct 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aniruddh S.

11 Oct 2022

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

Fantastic property - Must stay

Super convenient location. Everything is a 5 min walk. Easy access to the National Park. The property is very spacious and has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. The kitchen is well stocked and has everything you need and more! Definitely recommend staying here

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kay and Augusto

We are a couple with four children who have enjoyed living in Bar Harbor since 1995. We are both architects and have lovingly restored this gem of a home to its glory while incorporating modern amenities and our own touches. We own several other Bar Harbor properties as well -Emerson House, Mason House and the Cottage on Cottage - and enjoy traveling (we always rent homes when we travel and enjoy being able to provide similar comfort to other travelers!)

Why they chose this property

We purchased this home because having had few owners before us, it had retained most of its original features and charm, and as architects, we knew good bones when we saw them! Since then, the home has been totally renovated, and serves as an excellent design laboratory - even our most discerning clients have appreciated the hospitality and ambiance of this home!

What makes this property unique

The butler pantry (the reason we fell in love with the house!) fireplaces, the wooden fretwork, the massive entry columns, oversized front door, the diamond paned windows...they just don't make them like this anymore! Elegant, but livable and oh, so well located!

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 6

Primary Bedroom

The Aerie

The Chart Room

The Turquoise Room

Twin Room

4 bathrooms

Aerie Bath

First Floor Bath

Hall Bathroom, Second Floor

Primary Room Bath

Spaces

About this property