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In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park

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Exterior
Exterior
The other side of the back bedroom hosts a walk-in closet and a queen bed.
One side of the back bedroom hosts twin beds and cork flooring.
The kitchen is equipped with a second oven, microwave, coffee maker, and fridge.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Back Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom

1 King Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park

This newly renovated three-bedroom and two-bath house on Ledgelawn Avenue features a happy backyard, plenty of sleeping area, and a small office where an internationally best-selling novel was written. Really.

There's a grill outside on the deck, a second oven, a big gravel driveway and it's all in incredibly close proximity to Great Meadow Loop (for a hike), the Park Loop Road and in-town Bar Harbor. Lilacs bloom. Birds sing. And it's an incredibly happy place to enjoy Bar Harbor.

Property manager

Shaun Farrar
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number VR2R22-40

We should mention

A car is recommended 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.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Village Green - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • West Street Historic District - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Shore Path - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bar Harbor Historical Society, Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Village Green and St. Saviour's Church are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

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

Marc D.

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

Clean, convenient, pleasant

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Mother, daughter trip ❤️

The house was so cute and comfortable! Great location on the edge of town.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mika M.

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

Fantastic location, great house!

This was our first vacation with both our little ones—a three year old and a 5 month old. This house was perfect! Right away, we were happy with the amount of space and the comfortable rooms. We made a lot of use of the fully stocked kitchen and the three year old likes playing with the toys and games. The very best part was its proximity to the Main Street of Bar Harbor and the playground that is right around the corner. We could walk to get ice cream and avoid having to fight for parking. We also spent hours at the playground in between hikes. All in all, this is a great house for a family. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

paula l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in Bar Harbor

Great location. Walking distance to Main Street in bar harbor. Comfortable home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan R.

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

Bar Harbor Getaway

The home was extremely clean. Lots of homey features. Very well stocked. Beds very comfortable. Convenient location near to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Excellent Home and Location.

Easy walk to downtown. Great overall property. Only minor negative was the kitchen cooking items i.e ( Frying pans, bowels, etc.) were lacking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

Great renovated comfy house

This house held a few friends from a larger hiking group. It was well designed and comfortable and in a great location, only a few blocks walk from the best of Bar Harbor and in a quiet neighborhood
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bri S.

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

Awesome home base for a hiking family

We loved the proximity to both the park (walking and driving) and town. Also right around the corner from a playground that was top notch! Huge playing fields right around the corner as well. Safe, pleasant neighborhood with sidewalk all the way to town. Easy walk for our group of seven. We loved it here. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark V.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Could have been a bit better

Stating that there was A/C was misleading. There were window units in only 2 of the 3 bedrooms and no where else. The window units were extremely loud making it difficult to sleep. The house and yard were a bit rundown and the inside could have been cleaner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

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

Great location for anything on the island!

Plenty of room for our family of 6! Kitchen was great for preparing breakfasts and dinners. Accommodations were just as pictured. Couldn’t have asked for a better location to walk into Bar Harbor (get dinner, drinks, ice cream!!), ride a bus into Acadia, or drive to the beaches a bit further away. Shaun was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Charming New England Vacation Spot

This home was perfect for a family vacation. Our hosts were wonderful and responded so quickly to any questions we had. We will come back for sure! Thank you Shaun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen m.

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

Memories of Acadia

Family memories of Acadia go back to camping there in late 1950's and many times since so this was a great location to revisit those days. We were very comfortable in this home and especially appreciated the cleanliness as well as the little extras supplied like dishwasher detergent, paper products, laundry detergent. Host responded quickly to questions and requests. The location in Bar Harbor and next to Acadia couldn't have been better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

What a great home!

Our family had a great time at this home. It was close to trails at Acadia National Park and walking distance to the town. We never had to worry about parking which was wonderful after the fireworks display. We climbed mountains to see breathtaking views, walked trails, took a whale watching expedition… so many things to do. Our family made memories that will never be forgotten. I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

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

Our Bar Harbor home

The instant we walked into this beautiful home, every member of my family said it felt like we were home! Best compliment ever. Shaun and Carrie have created a perfect home for a vacation in Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. It is set up exactly as they advertise and is even better than the pictures online. Every question we had and a couple of small items we needed during our stay were brought over to us as soon as they could reasonably get to us. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of space in and outdoors. The covered porch was perfect for evening relaxation but the best on rainy mornings. Fully stocked kitchen that felt like a real kitchen and not a bunch of kitchen leftovers from a yard sale. Fridge and washer/dryer new and plenty of space. Plenty of towels and accommodates for 8 people as advertised. I would highly recommend this home and the excellent homeowners made our stay a great family vacation memory!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Karen M.

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

June stay

The house was comfortable and clean. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Great for a family

The house worked great for our family! It was a short walk to get to downtown Bar Harbor and an easy drive to the hiking we wanted to do at Acadia National Park. There was a nice playground just around the corner, too. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

Wonderful Home w Many Amenities & Close to Everything

Spacious home for our party of 8. Loved the porch and private backyard for our grill out. Perfect location, close to Acadia park w its many amenities and walking distance to cute Bar Harbor for shops and eateries. Parking was so helpful and place was well-stocked! We hope to stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Amazing property

This house was perfect for a hiking trip for 7 ladies. The pictures don’t do the house justice. It is gorgeous and spacious and clean. The location to everything was perfect- 30 minute or less drive to most local attractions and easy to walk into town.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riza V.

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

Awesome

Highly recommend this property. It has everything you can possibly need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Literally a walk to downtown Bar Harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Great for families

Great house with plenty of room for a family of five. Quick communication from the owner. No street noise and a park with multiage play equipment about a block from the property. It was an easy quick walk to downtown where there was a good variety of shops and restaurants. There was a large grocery store at the edge of the downtown area and the kitchen had what we needed to make meals. It was a short drive to the Acadia park entrances. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Nice House close to everything

The house was great, larger than i expected. It was in a nice convenient location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monique P.

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

Great location

My family of four (two in 70s and two in 40s) had a wonderful time. The location was most convenient with a short walk to Bar Harbor downtown and quick drive to the park. It only took 12 min to drive to Cadillac Mountain road entrance! The house was clean and very comfortable to stay in. Would definitely recommend it for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M., West Chester, PA

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

Great location!

Cute house is within walking distance of the town! House was comfortable and the owner was very responsive. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

David H.

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

Bar harbor

1- 3/4 mile from main st Short walk not bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

rena l., Fort mill SC.

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

Family Trip to Bar Harbor & Acadia

Our family of four adults thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful seaside town of Bar Harbor and Acadia NP. This house was the perfect location - just a couple of blocks to walk to main street with all the shops & restaurants and pickups to the park. The house was clean, roomy and just as described. We enjoyed having a washer/dryer so we didn't have to bring home dirty laundry nor pack as much stuff. The backyard was nice to sit & read and relax from all the walking! Great hosts were responsive and offered up lots of tips/tricks for the area and getting into the NP. We rented Ebikes one day and had a blast, went into the park a couple of days - it was stunning. So many great restaurants - we loved Geddys, the Royal Indian, Blaze, Side Porch, and Rosalie's had great Pizza! Highly recommend this house for a wonderful stay in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shaun Farrar

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One of us writes books for children and young adults. The other one has spent most of his adult life protecting and serving the people of Bar Harbor.

This house on Ledgelawn is where we spent a lot of happy time, celebrating the awesomeness that is Bar Harbor.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property because we love Bar Harbor and its quirky, outdoorsy appeal. Ledgelawn Avenue has always been a place for families. Even though Bar Harbor is so small, thousands of trick-or-treaters come to our door. On the Fourth of July, the parade stages at the ballfield and finishes on this street. This is small town America at its best. Right here.

And then there's the park. You can run out the door, turn left and in less than five minutes, you are in one of the most beautiful places in the country.

It's hard to beat that.

What makes this property unique

We love the front porch, the neighbors. We love the way the lilacs smell in Spring and the way the cook-outs smell in the summer. The back yard with its deck and trees just beyond the fence, make you feel secluded even though it's just a short jaunt into town.

There are lots of tiny quirks in the house like an occasional old-fashioned light fixture, double ovens, and an overall light and airy feel.

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