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Spectacular Oceanfront Home on Beautiful Maine Coast

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A two-story house with a covered porch, stone retaining wall, and outdoor seating area.
A covered deck with a view of a lake and trees.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a stone wall foundation.
A lakeside view with three red Adirondack chairs and a metal table, surrounded by grassy terrain and dense forest.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a stone foundation, surrounded by dense forest and overlooking a body of water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 8•4 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Winter Harbor, ME
  • Place, Grindstone Neck Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Schoodic Peninsula
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bartlett Maine Estate Winery
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - Main with en suite

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main En Suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular Oceanfront Home on Beautiful Maine Coast

Located in the charming fishing village of Winter Harbor you’ll be enchanted by this warm and welcoming 4 bedroom, 3 bath home. Perched on a bluff above the granite coast of Frenchman’s Bay, this home offers breathtaking views of Jordan, Ironbound and Mt. Desert islands. Enjoy the sound of waves while watching eagles, seals and porpoises from the front porch. Get an up-close view of your dinner being caught by local lobstermen right off shore.

This 2,400 square foot shingle-style home, completed in fall of 2021, boasts panoramic views from nearly every room. You’ll find the house thoughtfully designed and fully appointed for your comfort and enjoyment. Our open concept living room, dining, and kitchen with generous island seating, bright sunroom with granite fireplace and a private study allow you to come together as a group or find a quiet spot for focus or reflection. Crisp cotton bedding and down comforters ensure a tranquil night’s sleep, lulled by the sound of waves and the brilliant display of stars.

The home is located less than two miles from the picturesque village of Winter Harbor, a working harbor that offers shops, restaurants, bike and kayak rentals, and access to the Schoodic Peninsula, the only mainland portion of Acadia National Park. Explore Schoodic’s hiking trails, carriage paths and dramatic scenery before taking the seasonal ferry to Bar Harbor to enjoy the day investigating all that Mt. Desert Island has to offer via the Island Explorer bus system.

Or stay at home, cooking up a seafood feast in our fully equipped kitchen, playing lawn or board games, or cozied up by the fire reading a good book. Enjoy spectacular sunsets from the wrap-around porch or explore the tidal pools and shoreline accessed from our oceanfront stairway. For the outdoor enthusiast, this home offers ideal access to hiking, biking and kayaking and for those looking for a different pace it offers the space to reconnect and recharge – inspired by the physical beauty of nature and the comfort of this spectacular home.

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House Rules

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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 2281103vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Winter Harbor

Located in Winter Harbor, this holiday home is by the ocean. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Acadia National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Prayer Labyrith and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Winter Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Grindstone Neck Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Schoodic Peninsula - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Bartlett Maine Estate Winery - 12 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Schoodic Point - 18 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Chapter Two Art Gallery - 18 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪Geddy's - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪The Barnacle - ‬66 min drive
  • ‪Galyn's - ‬65 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Oceanfront Home on Beautiful Maine Coast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spectacular Oceanfront Home on Beautiful Maine Coast?

As of 5 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spectacular Oceanfront Home on Beautiful Maine Coast on 24 October 2026 start from NZ$9,857, 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 Spectacular Oceanfront Home on Beautiful Maine Coast?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Oceanfront Home on Beautiful Maine Coast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Oceanfront Home on Beautiful Maine Coast located?

This family-friendly Winter Harbor holiday home is located by the ocean, 2 mi (3.3 km) from Grindstone Neck Golf Course, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Schoodic Peninsula and Schoodic Point. Morancy Pond and Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joe w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a spectacular setting. Immaculate in all respects. Host was extremely helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was incredible. The location is breathtaking and it’s a place you will never want to leave. The grounds are immaculate, the house is spotless and Kathleen has literally thought of everything you might need to have a wonderful vacation. The stairs down to the beach are great and it’s a wonderful rocky shore to explore. We had three generations and everyone enjoyed the location and home. This is a place we will come back to at some point, but for now the memories will have to hold us over. Thank you for sharing this amazing home with my family! We couldn’t have asked for anything more.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

6footginger

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this home and the hosts that host us a couple times a year!! This time we got to enjoy the beautiful Fall foliage. Thank you once again for a wonderful stay in your gorgeous home and location.
A stunning sunset!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

6footginger

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

Always an Excellent Stay in Winter Harbor

This is our fifth time staying in this beautiful home that has everything you could ever imagine! The view is truly unbelievable even on a cloudy day.Thank you Kathy and Matt for sharing your stunning home with us once again! We look forward to our return this Fall.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Million Dollar View

The best VRBO we have stayed in. Beautiful home, breathtaking views! Comfortable, quiet, peaceful retreat.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

A slice of heaven in Maine

This place was a dream. Beautiful home with stunning views. Close to Acadia but also away from the crowds. House had everything we needed. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home! We loved our stay here!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

5 Stars are not enough

By far the best VRBO we have ever stayed in. Super Clean. Owner easy to communicate with and quick to respond. Views are amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

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

Fantastic property!

We wanted to go to Maine to see the beautiful fall foliage, Kathleen’s property allowed us to see the leaves changing and ocean all from the back porch! The property was clean, and had everything you could think of (games, kitchen supplies, fireplace, laundry) and an incredible ocean view! Kathleen was a great host and answered questions promptly. We all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

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

Stunning view and beautiful home

My family had an amazing week. The home was immaculate, beautifully furnished, and well stocked. The view was spectacular and abundant with local wildlife. We will definitely rebook. Thank you Kathleen for sharing your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly spectacular! Our group of 7 friends felt like we were staying at a friend’s house - it was that comfortable, clean, and well stocked. The kitchen has everything you need to cook in, including a great selection of spices. The views are amazing! We enjoyed coffee on the front porch while watching the lobster boats and seals in the morning. There are steps down to the shoreline, and we could have sat on the rocks all day. You’re about a 50 minute drive into Bar Harbor and Acadia, but there are also wonderful restaurants in Winter Harbor and nearby. And exploring the Schoonic Peninsula of Acadia is minutes away and gorgeous!Kathleen is a VERY responsive host and provided so many great recommendations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Absolutely “Perfect” Maine Experience!!

This new house is beautiful. It is situated on a property that has spectacular views of Cadillac Mountain. This rental comes with EVERYTHING, but your tooth brush!! Value for price paid this rental is superior to any I have ever engaged.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maggi L.

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

Exquisite Home and View!

We had the perfect family vacation here this past week with our adult children and first grandchild. Everyone was enthralled with this stunning home and location. This is our third time here and we are returning next year. My husband and I can not come up with enough positive adjectives to describe this very special place. See our past 2 reviews. Thank you Kathleen and Matt for once again sharing your gorgeous home with us. All the best, Maggi, Joe and family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

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

Family trip!

We had such a lovely time at the Jordan Harbor home. The pictures are beautiful but don’t do the home justice. Everything in this house high quality, well-appointed and super clean with thoughtful touches. It was such a wonderful week with family. The view is impossibly serene—everything in sight is natural and undeveloped. It’s the perfect place to recharge. The owner provided helpful and clear communication. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben F.

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

High school graduation trip for our daughter

Our stay in Winter Harbor was truly our best experience renting a home from VRBO we have yet had! Kathleen's home was absolutely beautiful, and it is perfectly situated on the water with an incredible view of islands, mountains, lobster boats and lots of rocky coast. The kids loved exploring the water front. The home was very clean, everything was new, the home was bright and full of sunshine. We loved going into Acadia, but everyone agreed that the highlight of the trip was just being together in the home at this property. Thank you for a wonderful vacation! It was more than we could have hoped for!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maggi L.

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

Tranquility by the Sea

My husband and I must have stayed in at least 50+ places over the past 30 years, and this has to be the most stunningly gorgeous one of them all!! Kathleen thought of every detail in this new beautiful home, and I mean...EVERY DETAIL!! My husband all week would keep saying, "Are we in Heaven?" "No, we are in Maine!!!" We can not wait to return so much so, I already booked two trips for next year; one with my husband and another with our family. This is the perfect place and location for both types of vacations. I give this home and location 100 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emory M.

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

Magical

What a special property. The house and location can't be beat. The house is brand new and immaculate. The kitchen and rest of the house was stocked with everything you might need, and Kathleen included little extras (smores kit!) that made our stay quite magical. The house is close enough to town that you can grab groceries or a sandwich, and far enough to experience the and tranquility of the place. We saw schools of fish, countless birds, seals and otters (we think); and gorgeous sunsets. My kids really enjoyed exploring the rocky beach. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Words Can't Do It Justice

My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful house. The decor of the home was lovely and inviting. The interior is spacious and open, which is a bonus when you have four little kids. The view is absolutely amazing. The mountain...the island...the ocean...it's just better than any pictures or words can convey. We spent so much time outdoors, watching the lobstermen check their traps in the morning and watching the stars at night. Winter Harbor is a charming little town, and the Schoodic Peninsula portion of Acadia is a must-see. There's so much to see and do in the area, and the house was a perfect place for those times we didn't feel like doing much at all! This was a fabulous stay, and we hope to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chloe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When our family of 8 first pulled up, it was near sunset. The harbor was glittering like diamonds. When we walked into the home and looked through the windows to the back yard and into the harbor, it took our breath away. The beds were very comfortable, the water temp and pressure was great in the showers, and the house was clean and brand new. The house had everything I needed to cook every day…. seasonings, paper goods, pots, platters, all utensils and cutlery, tupperwear, cutting boards. The kitchen had two dishwashers which was very convenient. We were surprised with the s’mores kit left for the kids and thoughtful card. The kids ran down the stairs into the backyard to lay on the rocks by the shore to watch the sunset every evening. The lupines by the fireplace bloomed during my stay. Magical place !!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maggi L.

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

Magical

This is our second time here for my husband and I, and we are bringing our adult children back in July. There are not enough words to explain how this place makes us feel other than Magical!! The house is stunning and Kathleen has thought of every little detail anyone could ever want. The view is incredible and you can feel your blood pressure drop the minute you walk through the door. My husband has a very demanding job so it can be difficult for him to decompress within a week's time, but Winter Harbor at Kathleen's, he is able to decompress the minute we arrive. We are very grateful we found this place and that Kathleen and her husband are gracious enough to share this beautiful spot with us!! With Gratitude. Maggi + Joe xo
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

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

Vacation out of the fray

What a wonderful week! This property does not disappoint. As lovely as the pictures. A little hike to get to Bar Harbor (the ferry has stopped for the season) but one trip over had us counting our lucky stars that we were in quiet Winter Harbor. Ate breakfast at J. M. Gerrish who also sold wonderful muffins and cookies to go. Enjoyed the 5 & 10 and appreciated the owner taking the time to show us places to check out. We did Cadillac Mountain at sunrise (get your tickets early!), hiked in Acadia and Baxter State Park, shopped in Bar Harbor, and enjoyed watching the colors changing as our week went by. We enjoyed evenings by the firepit and afternoons sitting on the porch enjoying the water. Would come back to this area and this house in a heartbeat. Loved it!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Amazing, Beautiful, Peaceful!

This home is by far the best rental we have ever experienced. Kathleen is a superior host and it’s clear she wants her guests to be 100% satisfied with their stay. The home is so well decorated and appointed with everything you could possibly need. The views are breathtaking (can be seen from almost every room in the home) and inside the home and outside it is so peaceful. We loved sitting outside watching nature and enjoying the only sounds of waves and birds skirting across the water. The home is so comfortable, we felt very much at home. The drive to Bar Harbor is about an hour but the drive is beautiful as there is much to see. Winter Harbor, while a small town has some nice restaurants (Tree House was our favorite) and small grocery store, LobStore and some cute shops. Loved seeing the deer along the roadside eating apples. Kathleen provides a pre visit digital booklet that helped us with some planning and the same material was provided in a nice bound book in the kitchen. We loved our stay and hated to leave the serenity of this home and property. If we find ourselves in Maine again this would be our first choice!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Best Time Ever

The house is beautiful and exceeds expectations set by the photos. Showers were very clean, beds were comfortable and kitchen was everything you could want. Did nothing at times but sit on the back porch or at the fire pit. “Downtown” Winter Harbor had great breakfasts at JM Gerrish Cafe and nice dinner at Treehouse. Biked through Schoodic. Trip to Schoodic Point was a little hilly but worth it. Getting back is somewhat of a challenge for recreational bikers. Take the shuttle. Took ferry to Bar Harbor which was a ve ry nice trip with a Bald Eagle sighting on one of the islands. Drove to Acadia Visitor Center, hiked, then took shuttle into town for shopping and dinner. We did find that the lots near the water had multiple open parking spots. Drive time and ferry are about the same, but last ferry trip is around 5pm. Would go back to this place anytime in a heartbeat. Our three children (and our 11 month grandchild) had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jocie S.

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

This puts all other 5 stars to shame

Wow! I cannot tell you enough how amazing this property was, and yet, I don’t want to tell you at all because it might make it fully and totally booked! This house was the highlight of our trip. We loved coming home from adventures out in Bar Harbor (only 45 mins away) and Acadia, and not to mention the Schoodic Peninsula is located only a few miles away and made for an excellent spot for a morning run! We spent hours in what we affectionately called the “reading room” with a wood crackling fire and smooth jazz coming through the Sonos speakers. the kitchen was the most well equipped kitchen I have ever come across in all my time renting and the appliances were top quality, we enjoyed grilling out and cooking in the kitchen (most of which was fresh seafood caught that morning and purchases from the lobster Co-op a mile or so down the road). The steps down to the ocean was such a bonus and we enjoyed venturing out during low tide and searching for sea life such as crabs, clams, and starfish! The beds were comfortable with excellent quality linens and pillows. The bathrooms were well equipped with soaps, shampoos and conditioners plus hair dryers and a medical/first aid kit! Not to mention, 3 showers of excellent quality and water pressure came in handy after a day hiking or playing at the shore. The house is exactly like the listing! Truly what makes this house stand out is not only the spectacular craftsmanship of the home or the view but the care put into the listing. The rooms held good books to read, blankets to snuggle up with, the pantry came with the necessities, the art on the walls was local art/pottery, the drawers were filled with fun games that my family enjoyed again and again and even crafts. We didn’t feel as though we were at a rental, we felt as though we were home. The host was always available for questions and gave us such kindness, complete with a s’mores basket upon arrival with a thoughtful card featuring a watercolor of the area. We already said we wish we had booked even longer and will definitely be booking again! Do yourself a favor and make the decision to book here, I was nearly heroic in my family’s eyes once they experienced the home and surrounding areas.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Jocie, We could not be more pleased that your visit was just the experience we hoped to provide. The area and the home are truly special and we're so glad you enjoyed both. We'd welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was even better than the listing. The house had everything you could possibly need and was absolutely beautiful. Waking up to the sound of the water from the Adirondack chairs was the best. It’s a beautiful location for peace and quiet and the ferry ride to Bar Harbor was perfect. I highly recommend the place. It was hard to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hope S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Words cannot describe this beautiful home and the amazing time our family experienced here. We felt welcomed from the moment we arrived and immense joy with each passing moment. From the amenities inside the home to the property itself, everything was superb. Do not think twice about booking this home, it will not disappoint!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

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