10/10 Excellent
Robert R.
9 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Robert R.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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Bar Harbor Guest House with Ocean & Mountain Views – 2025 Renovated
Family-friendly holiday home in Bar Harbor with a water park
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bar Harbor, ME
- Place, Acadia National Park6 min drive
- Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center13 min drive
- Place, Cadillac Mountain23 min drive
- Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Common area 2nd floor Billiard room
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Futons
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Bar Harbor Guest House with Ocean & Mountain Views – 2025 Renovated
Relax and recharge while exploring Mount Desert Island and nearby Acadia National Park. Located in the peaceful village of Town Hill, our family’s guest house offers comfort, convenience, and breathtaking views of Clark’s Cove and Blue Hill all on 16 acres of private land.
2025 Updates & Highlights
• Remodeled open kitchen and dining area with updated countertops, lighting, and décor
• New sectional sofa in the upstairs living room
• Fresh paint and updated décor throughout bedrooms and bathrooms
• New high-quality beds: King and Queen with gel memory foam mattresses
• Luxurious linens, pillows, and towels
• Two large Smart TVs (55" and 43") for your entertainment
About the Guest House
• Private, 2-story home on 16 secluded acres
• 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a full second-floor great room
• West-facing views of Clark’s Cove and Blue Hill (ideal for sunsets)
• Located next to the owners’ home (Ralph and Judy), with connected cove-side decks - your privacy is fully respected
• Please note: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.
Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King bed, en suite bathroom, spacious enough for a port-a-crib
• Bedroom 2 (Main Level): Queen bed, sliding glass doors to private deck with water views
• Second Floor Loft: Queen bed and 2 full futons
Second-Floor Great Room
• Queen bed and 2 full futons
• High wood ceilings and bay windows with stunning sunset views
• New sectional sofa with two recliners
• 55" Smart TV with DirecTV, surround sound, and DVD player
• Reading/study nook
• Professional-grade pool table
• Gaming table for cards, puzzles, and board games
Open Kitchen & Dining Area
• Fully equipped kitchen with all major appliances
• Keurig and drip coffee makers, microwave, toaster, crockpot
• Cooking basics, dishware, flatware, drinking glasses, and trash bags provided
• Large dining table plus four bar stools
• Laundry room with washer and dryer
Bathrooms & Comfort
• Two full bathrooms
• Fresh linens, towels, beach towels, and chairs included
• Heat pumps (for A/C and heat), radiant and baseboard heat
• Ceiling fans in key areas
• Hair dryer provided
• Automatic generator ensures power during outages
Outdoor Features
• 16 acres of private land with water views
• Rear porch with dining area overlooking Clark’s Cove
• Rocking-chair porch with tree views
• Outdoor grill
• Bocce court, grassy play area, and open space to explore
Location & Accessibility
• 10 miles to Bar Harbor
• 7 miles to Acadia National Park (main entrance at Hulls Cove)
• 2 miles to Town Hill Market, Atlantic Brewing, Mother’s Kitchen, Sassafras, and more
• Close to Southwest Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and Ellsworth
• Island Explorer (free seasonal shuttle) available at Town Hill Market
• Airports:
o Hancock County–Bar Harbor Airport: 10-minute drive
o Bangor: 1 hour
o Portland, ME: 3 hours
o Boston, MA: 5–6 hours
Nearby Beaches
• Sand Beach
• Echo Lake
• Seal Harbor Beach
Stay Info & Policies
• Minimum stay requirements:
o 4 nights in May & September
o 5 nights in June, July & August
o 3 nights in the off-season
• No pets (a kennel is located 1 mile away)
• No smoking on the property
2025 Updates & Highlights
• Remodeled open kitchen and dining area with updated countertops, lighting, and décor
• New sectional sofa in the upstairs living room
• Fresh paint and updated décor throughout bedrooms and bathrooms
• New high-quality beds: King and Queen with gel memory foam mattresses
• Luxurious linens, pillows, and towels
• Two large Smart TVs (55" and 43") for your entertainment
About the Guest House
• Private, 2-story home on 16 secluded acres
• 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a full second-floor great room
• West-facing views of Clark’s Cove and Blue Hill (ideal for sunsets)
• Located next to the owners’ home (Ralph and Judy), with connected cove-side decks - your privacy is fully respected
• Please note: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.
Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King bed, en suite bathroom, spacious enough for a port-a-crib
• Bedroom 2 (Main Level): Queen bed, sliding glass doors to private deck with water views
• Second Floor Loft: Queen bed and 2 full futons
Second-Floor Great Room
• Queen bed and 2 full futons
• High wood ceilings and bay windows with stunning sunset views
• New sectional sofa with two recliners
• 55" Smart TV with DirecTV, surround sound, and DVD player
• Reading/study nook
• Professional-grade pool table
• Gaming table for cards, puzzles, and board games
Open Kitchen & Dining Area
• Fully equipped kitchen with all major appliances
• Keurig and drip coffee makers, microwave, toaster, crockpot
• Cooking basics, dishware, flatware, drinking glasses, and trash bags provided
• Large dining table plus four bar stools
• Laundry room with washer and dryer
Bathrooms & Comfort
• Two full bathrooms
• Fresh linens, towels, beach towels, and chairs included
• Heat pumps (for A/C and heat), radiant and baseboard heat
• Ceiling fans in key areas
• Hair dryer provided
• Automatic generator ensures power during outages
Outdoor Features
• 16 acres of private land with water views
• Rear porch with dining area overlooking Clark’s Cove
• Rocking-chair porch with tree views
• Outdoor grill
• Bocce court, grassy play area, and open space to explore
Location & Accessibility
• 10 miles to Bar Harbor
• 7 miles to Acadia National Park (main entrance at Hulls Cove)
• 2 miles to Town Hill Market, Atlantic Brewing, Mother’s Kitchen, Sassafras, and more
• Close to Southwest Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and Ellsworth
• Island Explorer (free seasonal shuttle) available at Town Hill Market
• Airports:
o Hancock County–Bar Harbor Airport: 10-minute drive
o Bangor: 1 hour
o Portland, ME: 3 hours
o Boston, MA: 5–6 hours
Nearby Beaches
• Sand Beach
• Echo Lake
• Seal Harbor Beach
Stay Info & Policies
• Minimum stay requirements:
o 4 nights in May & September
o 5 nights in June, July & August
o 3 nights in the off-season
• No pets (a kennel is located 1 mile away)
• No smoking on the property
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors
Check-out Time is 10 a.m.
Empty the Refrigerator
Load and Run the Dishwasher
Leave Trash/Recyclables in the Laundry Room
Leave Used Towels in the Bathrooms
Leave Sheets on the Beds
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number VR1R22-39
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bar Harbor
Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area and 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Bar Harbor, ME
What's nearby
- Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
- Village Green - 18 min drive - 20.8 km
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 18 min drive - 20.8 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 23 min drive - 21.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shell - 4 min drive
- Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - 10 min drive
- Island Take Out - 4 min drive
- Abel's Lobster - 8 min drive
- Mainely-Meat - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rich S.
8 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rich S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert C.
18 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Robert C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin D.
9 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Erin D.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elle M.
19 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Elle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
3 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Jennifer C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Keith
5 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Keith
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gerald W.
21 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property, wonderful host
Gerald W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
JENNIFER L.
25 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
JENNIFER L.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
CLAUS V.
4 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time
CLAUS V.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kristy F.
23 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Kristy F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt S.
10 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Town Hill Guest House
Matt S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
dawn s.
19 October 2018
The owners are very warm, friendly, hospitable and helpful. The cottage is beautiful and comfortable
dawn s.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Laura C.
19 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
Laura C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Susan V.
31 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan V.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
nancy s.
14 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
National Park tour
nancy s.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hilary S.
13 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Home, Wonderful Hosts
Hilary S.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Michael and Barbara S.
18 October 2016
Perfect Spot for Acadia
Michael and Barbara S.
10/10 Excellent
Rebekah L.
10 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded Property yet very close to everything
Rebekah L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew N.
8 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gateaway
Andrew N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cary S.
22 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location for a Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park Adventure
Cary S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Phil B.
17 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exploring Acadia
Phil B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Adrianne N.
8 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true Maine treasure
Adrianne N.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shari H.
4 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shari H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie V.
27 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bonnie V.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
About the host
Hosted by Jennifer Calderone
Welcome to our home! Ralph and Judy are retired educators from New Jersey. They have owned the property for over 45 years, moving to the property full-time 27 years ago. They would not consider living anywhere else! They are at their happiest when their 3 adult children, 12 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchild visit!
Over the early years, Ralph created a great many custom art pieces of stained glass. Many of which were incorporated into their home and guesthouse. Many others were custom crafted as gifts to their children for their specific homes. True stewards to the MDI community, volunteering their time over the years to serve on a local board of directors for developmentally handicapped adults and children.
Their youngest daughter, Jennifer, will be managing the rental property, so they can sit back and enjoy the fruits of their labor! You may see Ralph tending to his gardens, or Judy running her errands. Feel free to say hello or ask questions, otherwise they will respect your privacy.
Over the early years, Ralph created a great many custom art pieces of stained glass. Many of which were incorporated into their home and guesthouse. Many others were custom crafted as gifts to their children for their specific homes. True stewards to the MDI community, volunteering their time over the years to serve on a local board of directors for developmentally handicapped adults and children.
Their youngest daughter, Jennifer, will be managing the rental property, so they can sit back and enjoy the fruits of their labor! You may see Ralph tending to his gardens, or Judy running her errands. Feel free to say hello or ask questions, otherwise they will respect your privacy.
Why they chose this property
We were first attracted to Mount Desert Island in 1972 when we visited the island with 3 young children. We especially enjoyed hiking and biking the carriage trails, climbing the many mountain trails, swimming in both Echo Lake and Sand Beach and picking wild blueberries! Judy and I bought this property over 40 years ago and retired here in 1998. We are wholly blessed in our life together and love the tranquility of the property.
Enjoy your stay in our guest home and have your cameras ready!
Enjoy your stay in our guest home and have your cameras ready!
What makes this property unique
Peaceful setting & location. Our view of Clark's Cove is amazing, no matter the season. Have your camera ready at sunset, you will surely capture spectacular colors! At night, enjoy the peace and quite while gazing at the millions of stars dancing in the night sky.
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