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Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Living area
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Bar Harbor, ME

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1 sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 sleeps 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5

Spruce is a comfy and cozy chalet perched on a bluff overlooking Frenchman Bay. Steps take you to 650 feet of private shore front. It has large picture windows facing the bay and sliders to the deck. With two bedrooms. One bedroom has a queen bed, the other had one twin and two bunks. It sleeps 5 and it has a fold out futon, as well. It has an open concept living/dining/kitchen area, two private bedrooms, and one bath with a shower, but no tub. There is also an outdoor shower. 934 sq ft

Property manager

Peter Miano
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not accommodate EVs
Once the reservation is confirmed by VRBO, all communication between owner and guest is through regular email and mobile phone
If you have more than one dog or your dog is 50 lbs or larger, please inform the owner

Important information

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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

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this chalet is in a rural area and on the beach. 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. 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

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lunt's Lobster Pound - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mainely Meat Bar-B-Que Dreamwood Hill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5 pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 5 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bar Harbor chalet is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Garland Farm and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Acadia National Park and Thompson Island Information Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian & Sarah K.

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

Great Experience!

Great Experience - The view from the property was incredible, and our host was kind, accommodating, and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie M.

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

Great location & views

Great location close to Bar Harbor & other activities but far enough away from the crowds. Great views from the deck overlooking the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janeen V.

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

Perfect for us!

This little cabin was the perfect getaway for my husband and I. Peter was so helpful-giving us great suggestions and guiding us as navigating to Bar Harbor for the first time. The canine was fully stocked, super cozy and the view was spectacular. The morning sunrise was glorious. The location was perfect for our stay the area to fully explore Acadia. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Wonderful cabin

The cabin is beautiful, right on the water. It's rustic and I wouldn't want to explore MDI in other way! We had a baby with us, but his afternoon naps and early morning risings. were much more enjoyable with the beautiful view from the cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

MICHAEL M.

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

Great view and host

The good: 1. The view of the lake is great with really nice sunrises. 2. The host is the next house over and responds very quickly to questions and requests. 3. The sky lights in the bedrooms are a nice touch. Improvements: 1. The bedding and sheets are stained and need to be replaced. 2. The couch needs to be replaced. It seems really old and is not comfortable. 3. The cabin is aged and could use a freshen up throughout on the inside and out.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Great launch pad for MDI!

We had a great stay at Spruce Chalet! The view of the ocean from the deck is just gorgeous, any time of day, any weather. There are steps right out the door down to the beach, and the kids had fun looking for sea glass and shells. The chalet itself was the perfect size for our family of four and dog. It had a nice selection of books, an open floor plan and a small but mighty kitchen with everything you need to make a good meal. It has a sweet, cozy feel, and is also large enough so it felt like we could have some quiet space too. Sweet Pea’s, just down the street, is a great restaurant (with adjacent winery and coffee shop), and an outdoor covered deck overlooking the farm. It’s dog friendly, too! The chalet is about 9 minutes to Bar Harbor, and about 5 to the Hulls Cove entrance for Acadia. We often drove into town, parked in one of the lots, and took the free Island Explorer bus into Acadia. There is also a route that stops close to the chalet (Hadley point campground). We were able to pack a lot in—Cadillac, Gorham, Thunder Hole, Sand Beach, Jordan Pond House, and Eagle Lake. We took a day trip to the Cranberry Islands too, went on Lulu’s Lobster boat, and caught a movie at Reel Pizza. It was nice to have a place to relax at the end of the day that was just far enough to feel remote, but close enough to be convenient. Peter was very responsive when we had any questions, and is knowledgeable about the area. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

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

Best View anywhere.

We prefer to stay away from the congestion, most destinations have. We choose Cabins like this. Peace, quiet, Scenic. Grandkids loved going down to the Rocky Beach. Spruce Cabin is comfy, good Beds, about everything you need. A little more Rustic, than the pics reflect.... but not at all a bad thing. Instant communication with Owner, good guy!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianne W.

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

We had an amazing stay at the Spruce chalet!

Our family loved this little cabin - while tiny, it had all we needed and was truly the perfect location to explore Acadia and Mount Desert Island. We enjoyed the drive to and from the park and Bar Harbor. We also loved having Sweat Pea's and C-Rays so close and ate at Sweat Pea's twice! The lovely view, my daily yoga and coffee on the deck, the direct access to the stairs down to the shore, exploring the shore and water during low tide; we truly loved the stay. Thanks for sharing the chalet!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Basil V.

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

Cute Chalet

Great views and easy access to Acadia. Peter was very communicative and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS R.

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

Getaway

Great location was able to do a lot without driving hours away
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Alicia K.

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

Cozy little cottage

Cozy little cottage on the lake! We greatly enjoyed our home away from home. It is tiny but it was just what we needing in a landing pad for our day hiking trips in beautiful Acadia. There were some plumbing issues while we were staying there, but Peter got right on fixing it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory P.

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

Great location

Host communicated with us throughout the visit. Enjoyed the location. Only complaint would be the shower head. A new one would do wonders.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

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

Great rustic cabin overlooking Frenchman’s Bay

Loved the cabin - it was perfect for our family. We were happy to be out of town and on the water, beds were comfy and the cabin clean. Had enough pots and pans, utensils to cook meals.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Family summer vacation

This was the first time we visited Maine, and Maine did not disappoint. Spruce met all our needs and Peter was the perfect host. He was quick to answer all my questions/ texts as well as fix the outside deck light. The house had everything we needed to make our own meals and hang out at night playing cards. Also having a house on the beach was a great way to spend time fishing or walking or just sitting Spruce is in the perfect location to Bar Harbor, Acadia, National Park, as well as the surrounding areas. We loved our dinners from Mainely barbecue, as well as Sweet Peas. C-Rays lobster was the best around. I highly recommend Spruce to anybody visiting the Bar Harbor area and wanting to wake up every morning to hear the ocean waves on the beach. I am sure we will return one day and hope to stay at Spruce again. Thanks Peter and team for ensuring a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Pre-Graduation Rustication

Spruce Chalet was everything we needed it to be, while spending a brief period of down time with our son between his final exams and college graduation from RPI, as he enjoyed hiking familiar trails from past vacations. The cabin was just as described, cozy, comfortable, and clean, the consummately perfect place to rusticate on Mount Desert Isle. Take a book, enjoy the views, and make the most of one of the best National Parks in the eastern United States. Thanks to Peter for his exceptional communication.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia A., Montclair, NJ

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

Rustic cabin with beautiful views surrounded by woods

Peter was such a kind host. We had a wonderful stay in his clean, rustic cabin. The seaviews were beautiful. It is located high above the beach, where you can explore interesting tidepools and collect the most delicious fresh mussels for dinner. The kitchen was well equipped for gourmet cooking. The beds very comfortable with skylights above, where you can see a million stars at night! It is six miles from downtown Bar Harbor and close to all parts of Acadia National Park. The cabin has a rustic charm. The bathroom is basic, but there is a good supply of hot water. There is a firepit in the woods right outside. We will definitely stay in this lovely cabin again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa K.

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

Modest cabin with good location

The spruce chalet is a modest, rustic cabin in a great location on the water, near Acadia. The doors to bedrooms and bathrooms do not provide full privacy, as they do not close well and have gaps. Mattresses in room with bunks were very uncomfortable. The cabin was dark and needed additional lighting-difficult to even play cards in the evening. No heat in bedrooms (chilly at night) and cabin seemed to lack insulation. Only had two rolls of toilet paper for a week stay. Location allows for convenient tide pooling opportunities. Overall, great location, but cabin was not as nice as expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Beautiful stay

Beautiful property with water views and convenient to Bar Harbor and Acadia. We thought it was perfect for two but could also comfortably fit a family of 4-5. Peter was responsive and provided many useful recommendations to make our stay more enjoyable. Kitchen is well equipped. We would certainly stay again when in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Peaceful Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Spruce Chalet at Shore Haven. The chalet was simple, comfortable, quiet, in a beautiful setting, and convenient. It was perfect for us. We were vacationing with friends who were camping nearby, and also had friends visit for part of the week. This place fit our needs quite well. Communication with the owner about accessing and using the chalet was excellent. It was convenient to the island bus route and points around Bar Harbor and Acadia, but out of the hubbub. It was a wonderful place to spend the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anil k.

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

Great place to stay and relax 👍🏼

Great communication, good place to stay and relax with bay view. A+++
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

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

Wonderful

Peter’s Spruce Chalet is fantastic. Great view, clean, quiet…a great place to get away. Peter is a great communicator and host. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Escape to nature

I was drawn to this location because of its rustic setting. Great quiet location just outside of busy Bar Harbor. For any nature lover, this is a great location. Lots of bird watching including Bald Eagles and also seals in the water just to name a couple of things. Very adequate kitchen to cook meals. A few restaurants close to the house but plenty in nearby Bar Harbor. There’s a general store just across from Chart House (both close) that has the most amazing baked goods. You’re very close to the Acadia park entrance. The house has great views to the water from either the large porch or inside looking through the large wall of windows. Plenty of fans supplied during those more seemingly common hot days in Maine since house doesn’t have AC. When the tide is low, you can walk the beach in either direction with Hadley point (and beach) close…one of the best spots to see the sun set. The house also has a great view of the sun rise each morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joydeep H.

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

Terrific cabin on the water close to Bar Harbor

We had a wonderful family vacation at Spruce. The house is secluded but the steps lead right down to the bay. The house is a rustic cabin with 2 bedrooms. The bedding is very comfortable. The bathroom is small but the Rinnai placed right above the shower provides for plenty of hot water. The views of the bay from the deck are killer. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner and it was clear he cares about his guests and will address any issues should they arise. Great house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Peter Miano

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I first came to Maine and Mt. Desert Island as an 18 year old bound for a year long volunteer assignment at Our School in Robbinston, about 100 miles east of MDI. That is when I fell in love with the land and seascapes of Maine, its natural beauty, its powerful seasons (if you haven't discovered Maine in Winter, maybe now is the time), and its rich heritage. Over the years, I returned often to Acadia and Downeast for family vacations.

Why they chose this property

After a long, tedious search for a place to buy and enjoy and after several frustrations, I found Shore Haven, although it wasn't called that at the time. It was love a first sight. In addition, I purchased the adjacent property, which has a Cape house. Shore Haven's unsurpassed natural setting and extraordinary access to all the amenities of MDI, not to mention all of Downeast and the interior as well, were strong attraction for me. Shore Haven's chalet's (Overlook, Spruce, Birch), and Cape (the Cape Lookout), offered the opportunity of welcoming others to enjoy MCI the same way that I do with my family and friends. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do. I hope the Maine coast enchants you the way is does me. Relax, have fun, soak up the atmosphere. Welcome to Shore Haven.

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