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Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3

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Welcome to the Acadia Sparrow Cottage!
Kitchen
Kitchen & sitting area
Kitchen & sitting area & sliders to deck, full bed to left, twin bedrm on right
3 Twin beds with storage ,flat screen TV,A/C, fire place heater not shown

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

First

1 Double Bed

Second

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3

Acadia Sparrow Cottage is a bright, open concept cottage located on State Route 3 convenient to Downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park entrances. Comfortable for couples and families. Leave your car behind and catch the free Island Explorer shuttle bus at the end of the driveway (running 6/23/26 to 10/12/26) Enjoy what Mount Desert Island has to offer. Upon your return from exploring, relax on the deck or in the hammock with a cool drink while you grill dinner in the fresh Maine air.

Kitchen: Stocked with cookware (including a lobster pot and seafood tools) essential dishes, bakeware, glassware and utensils. Spices, flour, sugar, oil, foil and assorted teas round out the pantry items. Small appliances include 12 cup auto-drip coffee maker and filters, microwave, bagel size toaster, kettle and blender. Electric range with oven and refrigerator.

Sleeping/Bathing Arrangements: One full-size bed with privacy screen, Three twin-size beds in second bedroom divided from main part of cottage by a sliding glass door. 1 Full Bath with a Shower Stall and Infrared Heat Lamp. Bath Towels and Bed Linens are provided.

Other Amenities and Features: Comfortable sitting area located between bedrooms and open to the kitchen. Great for reading or relaxing with coffee looking outside onto the deck into the forested backyard. Outdoor electric grill and propane fire table. Outside TREX Deck has dining set with a sun umbrella. Anti-gravity and lawn chairs are also provided. The triple twin bedroom includes a flat screen TV with guest ROKU and DVD/VCR combo. A library of books, DVDs, VCR tapes, board games and puzzles is also provided. Hi-speed fiber internet covers the cottage space.

Climate control: Acadia Sparrow Cottage is adequately cooled by a room air conditioner and standing and window mounted fans. Sweet ocean air and buoy sounds will blow in from time to time. Chilly moments are warmed by electric wall heaters and an electric fireplace TV stand.

Nature Setting: With Acadia National Park nearby, you may catch a glimpse of local wildlife traversing our yard, such as wild turkeys, deer, an occasional fox and various birds including crows and numerous sparrows!

Above all, we hope you find our cottage is a comfortable retreat for relaxation and a place to spend quality time with your loved ones!

(Now booking Saturday to Saturday for June-Oct 2026)

Helpful links you might want to review:

FREE-Island Explorer Bus Service (we are on bus route 10)
https://www.exploreacadia.com/route10.html

Download the Visit Bar Harbor app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/visit-bar-harbor/id1584869528

Download the Park Mobile app for parking meters in Downtown Bar Harbor: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkmobile-park-pay-go/id365399299

If you plan to visit Cadillac Mountain Summit
(5/20/26 to 10/25/26) Please make your reservations at: https://www.nps.gov/acad/planyourvisit/vehicle_reservations.htm

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

3 Twin beds

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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

No smoking on property due to fire regulations

Please leave shoes in front entrance area

Garbage must be placed in garbage shed beside the house by the end of stay, please separate out bottles and cans for separate recycling.

No wood fires allowed on property due to the proximity to Acadia National Park

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1085678vb
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Wild Gardens of Acadia and Naturalist's Notebook are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West Street Historic District - 7 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 7 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 12 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 23 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Havana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy and Convenient Cottage, 3 miles from Downtown Bar Harbor on Rt 3 located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ocean Path Trailhead, Gorham Mountain Trail and Thunder Hole. Sieur de Mont Nature Center and Sieur de Monts Spring are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Cute Sparrow Cottage Stay

The cottage was in a perfect location for my family's one week stay. Only a short drive to Bar Harbor, the beach at Seal Harbor and the trails and carriage roads of Acadia. The beds are very comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need for preparing any meals. The air conditioner and heaters (one cool night!) worked very well. I recommend this cottage to everyone planning on visiting the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

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

Cozy cottage

Great communication with owners. Nice cottage. Close to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Very convenient location. We had 2 adults and 2 teens and enough room for us all. Full kitchen allowed us to have breakfast at home, make lunches for outings, and eat dinner in when we wanted to.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig A.

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

Charming cottage in the perfect location

We had a wonderful stay at this charming cottage. Nestled in a peaceful location, it offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor, while still being conveniently close to both the town and Acadia National Park. The cottage is well-equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay, including a fully functional kitchen for meal preparation. Grace was incredibly responsive and attentive, ensuring that all of our questions were promptly answered. If we return to Acadia National Park, this cottage will undoubtedly be our top choice for accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I vacationed with my 17 year old son. I appreciated the location (quiet and close to everything we explored). The owner was quick and responsive to all messages. This is a no frills house, but comfortable enough for my needs. Beds were comfortable and internet worked well. I unfortunately had to clean the bathroom upon arrival and let the owner know about it. I also had other suggestions that the owner was open to. Traveling with an older teenager, it would have been nice to have a larger television in his bedroom area, and a more of a comfortable “living room” for myself. I had to use my laptop to watch TV at night. The shower is quite small, especially for a tall teenage boy. I enjoyed my coffee in the morning on the back porch. The area is amazing during the fall!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

Sparrow Cottage was amazing!

We loved the coziness and location. We were out of the busyness of Bar Harbor but close enough to easily get to excursions. So easy and quick to get to our hikes and bikes along Park Road. The place is spotless and comfortable! Enjoyed the deck every night. Very responsive host! So accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn W.

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

Cottage in a perfect location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay (first time in Maine!) at the little cottage on Otter Creek Dr. It was the perfect place to experience everything in Acadia and Bar Harbor. Debbie was extremely helpful with answering questions and giving good suggestions before our trip, and she was very responsive when we had a little problem with the toilet not working. A very nice plumber came out first thing the next morning to take care of it! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

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

Great vacation

We didn’t spend much time at the house, but what we did was comfortable and luckily the weather cooperated and we could use the back deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly m.

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

Beautiful little cottage. Close to Bar Harbor but out if the business.

Close to many trails. Quiet area. Watched deer and turkey from the back deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

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

Cottage outside the crowds of Bar Harbor

Very clean and comfortable. More interior space than you would think from the exterior. Nice deck with chairs. Kitchen well stocked. Owner attentive to any requests/issues and quick to respond.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jiaqiao z.

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

Lovely cabin

Grace family are very nice people. Our Original check in date Was the landing date of hurricane Henri, Grace emailed us to offer that we can postpone to avoid road trip risk. Also the cabin is Very clean, Nice backyard deck facing forest, and right in the Acadia park, also close to bar Harbor downtown . A few minutes drive to otter Cliff, great location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosa T.

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

Cozy and convenient: Wonderful vacation!

We had a wonderful time. The Biallas family was welcoming and made sure that the house was well prepared for visitors. Our kids loved sharing a room. The beds had drawers for each of them to organize themselves. This was our first trip to Maine and to Acadia. The cottage was located close to town and to Acadia. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tricia d.

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

Anniversary Vacation

This was our 1st trip to Acadia/ Bar Harbor. The cottage is near the excitement of Bar Harbor, the peacefulness of Acadia National Park. It is clean & inviting. The owners were quick to respond to our questions & gave us some recommendations for local stores & restaurants. It was perfect for our 40th anniversary vacation. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by G Biallas and D Sackett

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Our family fell in love with Downeast Maine in the early 1970's when we used to tent camp in Camden Maine and visit Acadia as a day trip. Soon we were exclusively tent and RV camping at Blackwoods Campground in Acadia. After approximately 10 years, we decided to buy a piece of Mount Desert Island to call our own. We gutted and lovingly renovated this 1930 cottage situated on 2 acres, adding all modern amenities. As our family grew we added an additional room for extra living space along with a deck where we enjoy many a meal together. At night we sit on the deck or grab chairs and sit in the front yard to enjoy viewing the dark night sky and the Milky Way. If we are lucky we catch the occasional Aurora Borealis and brilliant shooting stars.

Why they chose this property

There is the old adage: "Location, Location, Location!", it might sound corny but that's what is great about Sparrow Cottage - situated on the central eastern side of Mount Desert Island we're afforded a unique opportunity to quickly reach Acadia's popular sites. Staying on the island easily saves valuable vacation time.

What makes this property unique

We have a close proximity to the Sieur De Monts (5 min/2.5mi) and Seal Harbor (6min/3.8mi) entrances to Acadia National Park. Through these entrances you could be out on the rocky Atlantic coastline or on a hiking trail within 15-20 minutes. We are just 3 short miles from Downtown Bar Harbor where you can enjoy unique shops, a variety of restaurants and entertainment, leisure parks and a great shore path from which you can view the notable Porcupine Islands, Bar Island and Balance Rock.

Languages:

English, Portuguese

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