Light Oak Leaf Cottage

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Bar Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park
2 min drive
Garland Farm
7 min drive
Bubble Rock
11 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
6 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This lovely spacious home has 2 large bedrooms and 1 smaller bedroom, with 2 full bathrooms. It also features air conditioning for those hot summer days, and a pellet stove (with furnace backup) for those chilly nights. Direct TV and WiFi internet access are available at the cottage. This cottage features an open, inviting floor plan with lots of windows. It has been completely renovated and updated. A beautiful sunroom off the dining area provides a place to relax.
Conveniently located a short drive from Bar Harbor's bustling downtown, this peaceful home sits along the bus route for the Island Explorer free shuttle buses. Leave your car behind, and hop on a bus for a free ride anywhere on Mount Desert Island and into Acadia National Park. Our cottage sits on a large lot surrounded by oak trees, and is within walking distance of the ocean. Several popular campgrounds and lobster pounds are within 1 miles, and sea kayaking rentals are within a mile. Our home is within ten to fifteen minutes from each of the towns on Mt. Desert Island: Somesville, Seal Harbor, Northeast Harbor, and Southwest Harbor. All of these towns have their own character, and offer their own unique blend of restaurants, sightseeing, whale watching, arts, community events, mountains for hiking, carriage roads for walking or biking, beaches, parks, lighthouses, sailing, and boat-filled harbors.

Property manager

Rita and Tom Blair

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 9:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Non smoking only

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this cottage is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. 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 Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Wild Acadia Fun Park. 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

Acadia National Park - 2 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 12 min drive
Village Green - 17 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 18 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 27 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
‪The Lobster Shack - ‬42 min drive
‪Lunt's Lobster Pound - ‬4 min drive
‪Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Light Oak Leaf Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Light Oak Leaf Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Light Oak Leaf Cottage?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Light Oak Leaf Cottage located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor cottage is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Atlantic Brewing Company and Acadia National Park. Thompson Island Information Center is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W.

26 Aug 2024

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

Gem in the woods

This is probably my favorite vacation rental I’ve ever stayed in. This little cottage was perfect for my little family and my Husbands parents. It was well stocked and clean. The location is private but also within walking distance of a great restaurant. There were games and camping chairs to sit outside, and a grill on the deck. I would definitely recommend it to any family up to 6 people. There were lots of towels and a washer and dryer which was amazing for this point in our trip. I’ll definitely be booking with them again next year.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

tom p.

17 Aug 2024

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

Great little out of the way place

Nice house. Plenty of room. A bit tricky finding the turnoff for the first day but really nice. Short distance from town and Acadia. Owners were very responsive to inquiries.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce D.

28 July 2024

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

Family Vacation

This property and location worked very well for our visit to Acadia National Park.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Cyndi G.

25 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Bar Harbor House

House was ok. Would have been great with more

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

16 July 2024

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

Great

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

7 July 2024

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

Wonderful cottage

Clean, comfortable cottage conveniently located in beautiful Bar Harbor.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronny A.

30 June 2024

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

Listing was accurate.

Everything was exactly as stated. Enjoyed the location, away from the busy Bar Harbor but close enough to enjoy Acadia. Highly recommend the Bar Harbor Lobster Pound. Best food for price we had the whole trip.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

13 Oct 2023

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

Bar Harbor

Great

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

1 Oct 2023

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

Very enjoyable stay

The property is exactly as advertised. Off the main roads, quiet, private, well kept, VERY clean. We cooked all meals there and found the kitchen supplies more than adequate. Plenty of room to spread out (meals, reading, games, puzzles, etc.). Owners were adjacent to the rental property. We talked to Rita, pleasant lady. Highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

rhonda w.

19 Sept 2023

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

Rhonda’s Review

We found the house very clean, beds comfortable, amenities adequate and location great. Even though it rained almost daily and a hurricane visited we found our stay everything we wanted it to be!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

22 Aug 2023

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

Nice clean place

Easy access to Bar Harbor, Acadia MDI hikes, and Schoodic Peninsula

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Paul B.

15 Aug 2023

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

Would stay there again

Clean, well-appointed house with no surprises located 15 minutes from Bar Harbor and the main part of Acardia. Lobster stand and coffee shop next door, plus good hikes in the less-visited parts of the park. Great if you don't want to be in the middle of the things but close by.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

7 Aug 2023

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

The perfect Mt Desert Island getaway

The place was WAY bigger than we expected, super comfortable, lots of spaces for hanging, and beautiful outdoor space as well. We were told the kitchen had everything we needed - and they weren't kidding! We were able to cook every night and even make a birthday cake and some muffins without having to get extra tins. And it's so close to the park, it made hiking trips so easy. Super great!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina C.

31 July 2023

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

Great spot on the Island

Wonderful property. The pictures don’t do it justice! Perfect base camp for adventuring in Acadia NP. We had 3 generations with us and we all thought the house was great. Plenty of towels and essentials. The kitchen was very well stocked and allowed us to prepare for each day’s hikes then come back and cook in for dinner. A great value compared to the pricey hotels on the island and so much more private and peaceful. We give this our highest rating!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim S., Allison Park, PA

28 July 2023

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

Acaida

The house is located conveniently to Bar Harbor and ACADIA NP also within easy walking distance to one of the best lobster shacks on the island. Nice enclosed porch. Do be aware the upstairs shower is a tight fit.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

22 July 2023

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

Great Rental Near Acadia

This is an excellent rental for those looking to stay near Acadia and Bar Harbor. The property is clean and comfortable and the owners are great to work with.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

david b.

8 July 2023

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

Great location, especially if you love lobster!

Property met our needs. The upstairs could get pretty warm when the weather is hot. Otherwise you have all that you need and it was very comfortable. Walking distance to the best lobster eatery around (The Traveling Lobster). Convenient all locations, from Bar Harbor to Acadia.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

4 July 2023

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

Enjoyed our stay

Spacious home, good communication. Window unit AC in kitchen and one in living room. Owners are right next door so very quick to help if we needed anything.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

18 Oct 2022

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

Pretty little cottage. Great location. . Clean. Good communication with owner.

Perfect for us group of 5. Clean and comfortable. Great location - very close to airport, equidistant to Bar Harbor village and Acadia national park.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dean B.

6 Oct 2022

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

Excellent

This property is conveniently located to the park Bar Harbor and northeast harbor. We loved the spaciousness and convenience of the cottage. Easy check in check out. It is a little off the beaten path but perfect for our stay. I would have enjoyed an extra wash cloth or two but there is a washer and dryer.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara O.

22 Sept 2022

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

Five Stars

Everything was wonderful.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theo K.

19 Sept 2022

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

Super Clean! Many extras!

Super clean as advertised. Lots of extra amenities (like a full compliment of kitchen utensils). Very comfortable and perfectly located between Bar Harbor and Ellsworth. Would definitely stay here again if back in this area.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

22 Aug 2022

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

Excellent Location

Excellent location and access to the island as well as shopping inland. Nicely renovated, well maintained and furnished house. The house is within walking distance of The Travelin Lobster, an excellent place to get seafood and reasonably priced live lobsters. Just an FYI, the house is on a dirt road, but for a short distance, window AC units were adequate, top floor had low ceilings on the edges due to the pitch of the roof, not for tall people.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

14 Aug 2022

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

Relaxing spot on Mt Desert

The place was relaxing, away from the busy Bar Harbor area and accessible to all parts of Acadia. The host was wonderfully responsive to our questions and needs. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked, making it very easy for us to cook all our meals.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey N.

4 Aug 2022

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

Cozy cottage get away

We loved the property. Perfect location for exploring the island.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rita and Tom Blair

We are a contractor and a retired CNA. We are native Mainers, and one of us grew up right here in Bar Harbor! We have five children and many grandchildren, all living in Maine.

Why they chose this property

Although one of us grew up here, we both lived off of Mount Desert Island for many years. Buying this property gave us the opportunity to move back home to a place we love.

What makes this property unique

We love the location of our home, close enough to Bar Harbor to access all that it has to offer, but far enough removed to provide us with a peaceful place to come home to at the end of the day. We also love that we can step outside and smell the fresh ocean air, and can hop on the free Island Explorer buses and get anywhere on the Island without taking a car.