See all properties
Entire home

In-town Bar Harbor; walk everywhere, off street parking, and close to Shore Path

Photo gallery for In-town Bar Harbor; walk everywhere, off street parking, and close to Shore Path

Avery Skye
Backyard
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

View map
Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore Path
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master

1 King Bed

second floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

second floor twin

1 Single Bed

third floor queen

1 Queen Bed

third floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

first floor bath

Toilet

second floor bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

third floor bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

In-town Bar Harbor; walk everywhere, off street parking, and close to Shore Path

Avery Skye Cottage is a lovely 3-story family house located in-town Bar Harbor and just two blocks from one of the Shore Path entrances. The Cottage features a grassy backyard, a deck with an outdoor conversational set, dining set and gas grill. The Village Green is an easy walk where you can enjoy many shops and restaurants. The farmer's market held every Sunday morning at the town ball field is just a few streets away.

The cottage features 5 bedrooms. On the 2nd floor there is a king bedroom, a queen bedroom and a single twin bedroom; and full bathroom with bathtub/shower. The 3rd floor offers two queen bedrooms and a newly added bathroom featuring a glass shower.

On the main floor is the kitchen, dining area, living room (with decorative fireplace) and a half bathroom. The main floor also includes a lovely front porch.

Amenities include premium cable TV including HBO and Showtime (in living room & master bedroom), DVD, WIFI, A/C in all bedrooms except the twin, washer/dryer, gas BBQ, linens, off street parking for 3 cars, microwave, dishwasher, coffeemaker, blender, and outdoor furnishings on the porch (dining, sitting).

Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park offer visitors a variety of activities, see NPS.gov for information about obtaining park passes, maps, vehicle parking registration for Cadillac Summit Rd (new for 2021), including hiking, biking, lake swimming, carriage roads for walking/running, and horse back riding. Enjoy tea and popovers at the Jordan Pond House, golf at a PGA top-rated course, or even play tennis at one of the many courts offered to the public. Kids activities include going to Sand Beach, Seal Harbor Beach, miniature golf, hiking, pond swimming at Echo Lake, and lots of ice cream shops!

Sorry, No pets allowed. No Smoking allowed and maximum 8 person limit, which includes children.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Enjoy a campfire with a stunning view !
Bar Harbor Oceanfront Log Cabin 10 min to Acadia National Park
  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
Bar Harbor Oceanfront Log Cabin 10 min to Acadia National Park

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The 8 person maximum includes children
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Booking this property is an acknowledgement and agreement to the terms of the House Rules AND the Rental Agreement as listed on this website.

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
Property Registration Number #VR2R25-20

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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.
View more Holiday homes in Bar HarborOpens in a new window
Map
Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Village Green - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Shore Path - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • West Street Historic District - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Barnacle - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jeannie's Great Maine Breakfast - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is In-town Bar Harbor; walk everywhere, off street parking, and close to Shore Path pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at In-town Bar Harbor; walk everywhere, off street parking, and close to Shore Path?

As of 15 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at In-town Bar Harbor; walk everywhere, off street parking, and close to Shore Path on 9 May 2026 start from NZ$1,039, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at In-town Bar Harbor; walk everywhere, off street parking, and close to Shore Path?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at In-town Bar Harbor; walk everywhere, off street parking, and close to Shore Path?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In-town Bar Harbor; walk everywhere, off street parking, and close to Shore Path?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In-town Bar Harbor; walk everywhere, off street parking, and close to Shore Path located?

Located in the heart of Bar Harbor, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Village Green and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Acadia National Park is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carlee S.

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

Great place to stay

Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house in a perfect location. Very well appointed and spacious. We could not have been happier with these accommodations for our family of 8 adults.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, well appointed house. Perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne D.

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

Great location

Property was extremely clean and within walking distance from town.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley H.

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

Great place and great location!

We loved our stay here! It was a great location, walkable to town and had everything we need. The house was very clean and well kept! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve been staying in Bar Harbor for many summers, and bounced around many properties looking for “the one”. I dare say we’ve found it. The perfect combination of space, convenience, charm, and town living. The kids loved the backyard, and the proximity to the park. The adults loved the gas fire pit, the stocked kitchen, and the short walk to town. We will definitely be booking this again for our summer family retreats.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great house for your family! The location can't be beat. We appreciated that the house was not only stocked with the basics, but extras like beach towels, bug spray, tupperware, etc. The AC units worked well during a hot week. Very comfortable and well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Bar Harbor Stay

Great house. Good location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

Very nice place we would definitely stay here again!

Close to everything!! Beautiful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

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

Bar Harbor family getaway

Extremely cute, clean property with great layout for my adult family of 7. Amazing location! Easy walk to everything. Great communication by owner. Definitely would stay again and recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Family Vacation

Great location. It was in a quiet, safe neighborhood, and it was close to shops, restaurants and the Shore Path. It had everything we needed with room for our whole family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jeff B.

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

Family

Very nice stay there
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Wonderful home in quiet neighborhood, very close to shore path

The house was very well stocked, and the host went above and beyond to respond to some AC issues that cropped up during our stay. She was very responsive and easy to work with and it was only a matter of minutes to a few hours before things were fixed. The house is clean and the kitchen very well stocked. Super convenient location and great neighbors. Thank you for a great stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee L.

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

Great house

Perfect location! Five minute walk to center of town. House was clean, had everything we needed..Could also walk out back door to ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean A.

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

Wonderful Stay in Bar Harbor

Lovely home in great location. Easy walk to all the Bar Harbor shops, plus close to a great playground and the farmers market. Super clean and well-appointed. It is obvious the owner takes great care of this home. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sara s.

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

Repeat stay

Stayed at Avery Skye last year and liked it so much we booked it again this year. Perfect location so we could walk to town and get in and out of the park very easily. Jacqueline is a fantastic host and her house is well stocked-even had a cake server for an impromptu birthday cake we bought. We loved all of the games and puzzles too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

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

Absolutely wonderful

Beautiful, comfortable house. Everything you need. Short walk to Shore Path, restaurants, shops. Perfect location: walking distance to everything, but in a peaceful neighborhood away from the crowds. In short, one of the best VRBO experiences I've ever had.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Fantastic!

Perfect location and beautiful home. Everything we could have wanted was provided. Wonderful kitchen, spacious bedrooms and lovely backyard and porch. Great home base to explore Acadia and beyond. Host was great for communication. Would definitely stay again if we are fortunate enough to be in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

colleen l.

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

Great home and location

This home was perfect for our vacation. It is a short walk to the center of Bar Harbor and to the shore path along the water. We loved being able to walk to dinner and ice cream at night without having to find parking. It is also close to the park so that we drove between 10-30 minutes to the busy part and the quiet part of the island respectively to hike and explore. The street is quiet and we always felt safe there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

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

Hiking friends trip

The house is lovely! Very clean, well stocked with basics, nice beds/sheet, towels; great location! Close to town but on side street. Communication with owner was very timely. Local and able to help out in our time of need. Very nice!! We would stay there again in a heartbeat and recommend it to others! Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Beautiful house, perfect location

We had a wonderful stay in Avery Skye! Beautiful house! Excellent indoor and outdoor spaces for 7 people! The location is fabulous (we wish the shore path reconstruction was finished so we could have benefitted from the proximity - but it is scheduled to be done by summer 2025 by the town) The host is incredibly responsive and the house is amazingly stocked with essentials and extras. Thank you Jacqueline!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Loved every moment

The home was perfect. Jacqueline was so responsive to any questions we had. The house was stocked with all the essentials and she thought of everything. We were so close to Acadia We had coffee on the front porch every morning and walked down the path to bar harbor before most were awake. The back yard was relaxing and all in all it was a wonderful vacation for all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Bar Harbor Holiday

This house was spotless and equipped with everything we could need. I had ordered coffee and cream to be delivered with other groceries but forgot sugar. But found some neatly wrapped in the cupboard. Other things such as night lights, grilling utensils, hair dryer, phone charger, and yard and beach toys, made the stay so much more enjoyable. The owners were prompt to address any issues and gave suggestions of places to see. It’s conveniently located to walk to restaurants and shops, but at the same time the back yard feels like you’re in the woods.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

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

Bar Harbor Family Trip

The house was perfect and located in a wonderful area. Avery Sky has everything you need and provided a wonderful place to stay. The host was kind, helpful and responsive. The location of the home makes it very easy to walk up town and all of Mount Dessert Island was with in an easy drive. We spent many days hiking Acadia and exploring the shoreline looking for sea glass. We took a 1/2 day kayak trip and also went on a puffin cruise; both were great. We saw lots of wildlife! In late May, a few of our kiddos swam in Somes Sound. It was cold! You can hike to it from Flying Montain Trail (where we saw a porcupine eating in the trees) or you can take an easy gravel path from the parking lot down to the sound. We can’t wait to come back again. We would all easily stay in Avery Sky forever.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really loved this house, probably our favorite ever and we rent for family trips 2-3 times per year. Great house, very comfortable, great location. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jacqueline Smith

Host profile image
I live in the neighborhood with my family and I was raised in Bar Harbor. I love to travel, I'm an avid hiker, and my husband owns and manages a local restaurant.

Why they chose this property

I always admired this house (I live in the neighborhood) and I am thrilled to provide it as the kind of vacation rental property I would seek, if I were visiting Acadia National Park.

What makes this property unique

The Shore Path is just around the corner and the Sunday Farmers' Market is on the end of the next street. The entrance to Acadia National Park's 'Loop Road' is south of the cottage, including Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, and the east side hiking trails.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback