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Shannon Cottage: In-Town Bar Harbor - 5 min walk to Village Green

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Living area
Dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Village Green
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • West Street Historic District
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Shannon Cottage: In-Town Bar Harbor - 5 min walk to Village Green

Cozy, clean, updated home located in-town Bar Harbor, a 5 minute walk from the village green.
Situated in a quiet neighborhood with a large enclosed yard, this home is a great spot for a family vacation.

Three bedrooms, one bath, fully equipped kitchen, dining room, living room and wrap around deck with table and chairs- all on one level, also with a basement-level laundry with washer/dryer.
There is a propane grill and picnic table in the fully fenced yard.

Bedrooms: master bedroom with queen bed, 2nd bedroom with queen bed, 3rd bedroom with 2 twin beds, all have have AC units.

Kitchen: all updated appliances - dishwasher, microwave, fridge, stove/oven, blender, mixer, center bar with 2 stools.

Dining room: Seating for 6 around dining table.

Living room: large couch and love seat and chair, table and bench for computer/work area, satellite TV with DVD, high speed wireless Internet.

Note: Due to insurance regulations the fireplace is non-functional.

Property manager

Barbara
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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 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 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 (limit 2 total)
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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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this cottage is 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Village Green - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Street Historic District - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Shore Path - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shannon Cottage: In-Town Bar Harbor - 5 min walk to Village Green pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Shannon Cottage: In-Town Bar Harbor - 5 min walk to Village Green?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shannon Cottage: In-Town Bar Harbor - 5 min walk to Village Green?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Shannon Cottage: In-Town Bar Harbor - 5 min walk to Village Green located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of St. Saviour's Church and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Acadia National Park is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Great location and pleasant stay

The Shannon Cottage was perfect as our home away from home in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

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

Shannon Cottage

Perfect family cottage. Clean, well-stocked and close to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne S.

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

Early season in Acadia

The house is very conveniently located, well appointed (extra toiletries, razor, etc), cozy and comfortable. The owner communicated well and provided helpful information about the area. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree V.

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

Shannon Cottage

Shannon cottage exceeded our expectation!The location of the cottage was walking distance to everything in just a few short minutes. The check in process was super easy. It was clean, well taken care of and had everything we needed. The amenities at the home were perfect. The fenced in yard was perfect for our little French bulldog. We would highly recommend Shannon cottage to anyone looking for a beautiful place to stay in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilia G.

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

Downtown cottage

We loved everything about our stay at the shannon cottage. Barbara was very responsive.The house is fantastic, very well equipped kitchen, the grill in the backyard is new. The yard was incredible, totally fenced in. The dogs loved it, it was safe for them. The wrap around porch was a favorite place for breakfast, afternoon snacks and cocktails. The house is well maintained, the bathroom is brand new and gorgeous. The beds were very comfortable.The house was spotless. We loved it, look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Great place to stay

Convenient location, walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Craig S.

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

Great Location

Will definitely here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

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

Wonderful stay!

We have stayed at Shannon Cottage many times. It is very comfortable and well stocked. The location is perfect! It is in a quiet residential area just a couple of blocks from the town square. The fened yard is great for our dogs. The owner is lovely and provides a personal touch.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake F.

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

Great Place

We loved this house, it's location and the amenities. The blueberry pie and the newspaper were a special touch. We will be back next year. Thank you It was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

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

Fantastic Vacation

We love the location of this house and all its amenitties. Perfect for us and our dogs. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob G.

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

Fabulous getaway

Absolutely wonderful host and accommodations and we plan to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

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

Great Location in a Quiet Neighborhood

We loved staying at this cozy cottage! It’s conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants, shops and the waterfront. And it’s just a very short drive to explore Acadia National park. The neighborhood is very quiet. Our pup enjoyed the fenced-in backyard too 🐶 We’re looking forward to coming back to Bar Harbor soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karol Z.

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

Another nice stay at Shannon Cottage

This is our 4th stay here, I think. Have lost track. It's amazing how quiet it is considering how close it is to BH ctr. We value being able to park the car (plenty of room for multiple cars although we only ever have one) and walk everywhere in town after a day in the park. Not only close to restaurants but also < 10 minute walk to the YMCA
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

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

Wonderful stay in Bar Harbor

Shannon Cottage was a great home base for exploring all Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park has to offer. The house was well-stocked with essentials and kitchen gear. The fenced-in backyard was perfect for our dog. The host was communicative and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

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

As good as a high end hotel

This property was amazing. Yard and house was much bigger than expected. We had 4 adults, one kid, and 2 large dogs and had room to spare. Perfect location off of main roads but short walk to everything. Everything was stocked more than any other place I've stayed. Its clear the owners take pride and joy in this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

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

Dog Friendly Ranch-Style House in Bar Harbor

Our second stay here was just as nice as our first. The house is very comfortable with a lovely, fully equipped kitchen. The fenced-in yard is great for our 50 pound lab mix.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Janice W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location and responsive host! Needs improvement in cleanliness And maintenance.

Shannon cottage from the outside is charming and the location is fantastic. Barbara is very responsive and very helpful. Perhaps because it was the end of the season, the bathroom was not very clean, and there were a number of minor maintenance issues that need to be addressed which we communicated to her.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggianne J.

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

Great relaxed house in a perfect location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property and would do so again. Clean, comfortable, everything we could need was there, and the location was perfect for exploring everything while an easy walk to town. Our pups enjoyed the yard and were at ease in the quiet neighborhood. The owner communicated well and promptly. We even had fresh flowers! Thank you Barbara for a wonderful place to stay for our vacation! Made some great memories with our daughter.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noreen A.

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

Vacation in Bar Harbor

My husband, my daughter and two grandaughters stayed here for a week. The location was better than expected and the house was very cozy and comfortable with everything you need. Safe and quiet neighborhood about a block from downtown. I would drive my family to dinner and then return the car to the house (husband sprained his ankle). Really enjoyed our stay at this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Excellent location

The cottage was perfect for 4 adults and two dogs. Everything that you could ever require on vacation was provided by the homeowner. The large fenced in backyard was great place to run our dogs. The outstanding location was a 5 minute walk to town and a short drive to Acadia park. Highly recommended!!!!!! Joe / Pa
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

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

Wonderful stay

I brought my daugthers (9 and 11) and also my mom and dog. The fenced in yard was very handy. The neighborhood was quiet and it was safe and easy to bike and walk. We went to town by foot most times which was super convenient. Overall, everyone enjoyed their stay. If I could make one suggestion, it would be that the house needs room darkening shades for sleep purposes.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alissa B.

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

Return visitors

This was our second visit to this property and it will continue to be our first choice when planning upcoming trips to Bar Harbor. It's located in a quiet neighborhood that was within an easy walk to town and the water. Very close to hiking trails. We appreciated the special touches, including toiletries to cover unexpected needs and fresh flowers and chocolates on arrival. We're happy to have found this gem. It makes for easy trip planning in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia C.

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

Perfect location! Lots of space!

We all enjoyed Shannon Cottage. We hosted lots of family gatherings. The large kitchen and deck made it easy. The yard was perfect for our many kickball games! The cottage is incredibly well stocked. We brought many things which we could have left home. The Shannon Road location was quiet and convenient. Just the best for our family vacation! Thank you, Barbara!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

Perfect location in a pet-friendly town

We've been to Bar Harbor before, but this was the first visit with our two greyhounds. The cottage is tucked back in a quiet neighborhood that is only a 5-minute walk away from the dog-friendly town shops and restaurants, and a short drive to the back entrance to Acadia. The large fenced-in yard allowed the dogs to play off-leash. The cottage itself has a nice layout. We cooked meals every day in the well-equipped kitchen full of everything you'll need. There's a grill out back as well. We will look to stay here again on our next trip to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gena F.

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

Great location for access to Acadia

This house is right in downtown Bar Harbor. Perfect spot for grabbing food at the restaurants or the grocery store a few blocks away. We went to Acadia every day and it was a quick trip. The house is FULLY stocked including everything needed to cook. It was clean, nicely decorated and perfect for our family and dog. Quiet and safe neighborhood that our children could walk and scooter around. Host left us flowers and chocolates for Easter! Thanks for a great spring break vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

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