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Affordable Vacation Home Near Acadia National Park

Holiday home with a fitness centre, near Acadia National Park

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6112.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bass Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Affordable Vacation Home Near Acadia National Park

This historic home in the center of Bass Harbor village on Mount Desert Island has a front house, Harbor View Cottage, and a back house, Bass Harbor Hideaway (this listing), both of which are available for summer rentals.

Bass Harbor Hideaway is clean, sunlit and comfortable, and is across the street and up the hill from Bass Harbor, a scenic marina filled with lobster boats. The home is quiet and rustic, with somewhat dated decor (see photos), offering a country outpost from which to enjoy all that Mt. Desert Island and Acadia have to offer.

The rental features:
• Two-story gabled duplex, sleeps four upstairs in twin beds, plus two on a pull-out couch.
• Living room, eat-in kitchen (full-sized appliances).
• New kitchen counters, cooktop and sink.
• Two bedrooms on 2nd floor with two twin beds in each (linens and towels included), plus two full baths.
• Small deck with a distant view of Bass Harbor, which is about 300 feet away.
• Washer/dryer and charcoal grill are provided.
• Large front and side yards provide plenty of room for children to play and explore.
• 1 mile from Bass Harbor Head Light.
• 12-minute drive to Acadia National Park.
• 10-minute drive to shops & restaurants of Southwest Harbor.
• Minutes to Echo Lake, hiking trails, swimming, boating, golf, tennis & fishing.
• Free island shuttle to Bar Harbor and other points of interest. Shuttle stops every hour. Visit http://www.exploreacadia.com/route7.htm for the schedule.
• High-speed broadband WIFI at speeds of 300 Mbps downloads / 10 Mbps uploads (typically fast enough to stream). Performance may vary based on the number of devices being used.
• Note: AT&T cell phone service works well in Bass Harbor, but Verizon and T-Mobile offer only spotty service. If you have Verizon or T-Mobile, you may want to make park and other reservations ahead of time.


***A Note on Cleaning: We follow our routine cleaning between tenants with EPA-registered disinfectants to kill germs on commonly used surfaces such as kitchen counters, appliances, doorknobs, cabinet knobs, light switches, faucets, toilet handles and television remote controls.***

Keywords: #Acadia #islandliving #harborviewcottage #MtDesertIsland #MaineVacation #southwestharbor #quietside

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The stairway is open, so not great for babies.
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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
No drugs or illegal substances in and around the house please--thanks!

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property # 351747vb

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Wild Gardens of Acadia, while Wendell Gilley Museum and Maine Granite Industry Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bass Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 29 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 31 min drive - 30.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Affordable Vacation Home Near Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Affordable Vacation Home Near Acadia National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Affordable Vacation Home Near Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Affordable Vacation Home Near Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Affordable Vacation Home Near Acadia National Park located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sami W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect! We truly loved the views and the location! There were just a slight issue at check in but the host was quick to respond and solve the problem. Our 2 night stay couldn’t have been better!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely equipped and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our time there. Laundry facilities were great. Kitchen facilities were great. Couldn’t get the tv work. No coffee. Liked proximity too seafood restaurant. Great communication with the manager. Easy checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was an affordable way to have an enjoyable stay near all the sights of Acadia. The ability to do laundry during our trip was a big plus as well as 4 twin beds for 4 adults with room to spread out. Generally we spent time exploring Acadia and Bass Harbor but having the house allowed a day of relaxation and puzzle assembly for some while others spent more time hiking. Owners were fantastic!! Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great visit to Mt. Desert Island, staying across the street from a wonderful boat cruise and delicious restaurant. The nearby Seal Cove Auto Museum was also a must see. The house was exactly as marketed and perfect for our stay.Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is older but comfortable, functional, and clean. The kitchen is stocked with plenty of pots and pans and such compared to other VRBO rentals I've stayed at, which is very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was superb. My wife and I loved the spaciousness of the kitchen and dining room area. We also truly loved having all the normal things we would use at home (colander, different utensils, alum foil, etc) available. It truly felt like home. My wife especially loved the deck outside the living room for morning coffee or tea with the view of the harbor. As no one else was staying next door she was able to move the deck chairs further down the front lawn for some gorgeous sun and peace. We also loved how dark it was at night with little light pollution to see the stars. The home is close to everything we needed. We truly enjoyed it and would love to come back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeni L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience staying right on the harbor! We were in the area during the busy 4th of July time and loved visiting Acadia and Bar Harbor. The best part was coming back to our quiet hideaway to rest up for our next day of exploring. There was an issue with our heat that was taken care of immediately. HIGHLY recommend this spot--oh, and be sure to check out Echo Lake, which is super close.
View of the harbor from the front yard
View of the house from the harbor
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne and John F.

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

Perfect location

Great location. Lots of room to spread out will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

charlene f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
It was in the 50s when we got in but the thermostat downstairs was pulled out of the wall. Without heat, we were directed to the cellar area in the adjoining unit to turn on the main boiler and open windows to control the temp. With all the windows open, the house was almost 90 degrees the remainder of the night. The choice was too cold or too hot, so we were exhausted the next day at the park. Total bummer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheryl

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Beautiful, quiet location

It was a very clean and lovely house with plenty of space and a great view! If I were coming back to this area again, I would absolutely stay here again. Very friendly and well-prepared hosts who had a plethora of things you could do on the island written out for you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene L.

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

Nice Quiet Place

Quiet place in bass harbor. Close to a restaurant and Acadia park around 25 minutes away. Very spacious with lots of amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline A.

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

Awsome place in the wonderful village of Bass Harbor

Our family enjoyed spending our vacation in Bass Harbor, hiking, fishing, swimming, eating lobster rolls... in Acadia National Park. This house is great to visit the park!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

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

Good spot

Had a 1 night stay with our family. Enjoyed the rustic feel of this. Good price and great location. Easy walk to Seafood Ketch restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacques et Marie Josee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Convenient

Well adapted for a 3 days stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

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

Great Maine Harbor Village Experience!

Our family absolutely loved our visit at this home! We loved how quiet the little harbor area was, despite how busy the island was for the 4th of July holiday, and the quaint old home gave great authentic Maine vibes. Host information was helpful, and they were attentive when we needed to contact them.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

We Loved Bass Harbor

This place was perfect for our two nights stay near Acadia. It’s about a 35 minute drive during the busiest week of the year. Our favorite restaurant was Thurston’s lobster pound across the harbor. And we really enjoyed a nature cruise around the corner with bassharborcruises.com
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

quaint and comfortable

located on the "quiet" side of the island, the proximity to the cove, lighthouse, sunrise view points, echo lake and a myriad of hiking trails made this a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

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

Excellent

Beautiful get away spot!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Bass Harbor Beauty

Great view of the harbor. The unit was clean and functional.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethany N.

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

Quiet are on MDI perfect retreat after busy days in Acadia

Clean, easy check in/out. Well supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Acadia

We had a wonderful time. The location was just what we needed to have access to Acadia national Park. The area is beautiful and so many outdoor activities. Thanks so much for letting us stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nina V.

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

Perfect Place Perfect Area

It was comfortable and the area was just perfect! Super close to the light house and the Seawall picnic area where we went to stargaze. We watched the sunset 2 mins away from the house as well. Honestly perfect for what we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bobbie Turner

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My family has been coming to Mount Desert Island (MDI) since 1991. We love the character of Bass Harbor village--the slower pace of life here, the sound of the bell buoys on the water, and the unique beauty and history of MDI. There really is no place in the world like it!

As my parents have gotten older, the next generation has stepped in to manage our summer vacation home for visitors. Our goal for each of you is to allow you to experience the simple beauty of the island and to fall in love with it, just as we have.

Our house is divided by an interior wall into two separate homes: Harbor View Cottage in the front (https://www.vrbo.com/1565813) and Bass Harbor Hideaway in the back (this listing). Harbor View Cottage is larger, more updated, and offers a picturesque view of Bass Harbor from the living room bay window. Bass Harbor Hideaway is less updated, more rustic, and offers a great value for this prime island location.

Our family also owns a ski townhouse rental property in Breckenridge, Colorado: "BreckenDen" (https://www.vrbo.com/892238). Please let us know if we can answer any questions about our rental properties. We'd love to have you stay with us!

Why they chose this property

Bass Harbor is a active fishing/lobstering village with a mix of vacationers and year-round residents. We love that our side of the island---known as the 'Quiet Side'---is not busy or commercial, but has held onto the original character of the area. Stay with us and you'll get a true sense of the beauty and slower pace of coastal Maine (away from tour buses and traffic!).

Because our home is right across the street from the harbor, visitors enjoy cool sea breezes and the sounds of bell buoys and fog horns--all things you'd miss with rentals that aren't at the water's edge.

What makes this property unique

Bass Harbor Hideaway is functional, clean and comfortable, but has not been updated. For this reason, we are able to offer it at a price that is significantly lower than other area rentals. It's a great value for the area!

Bass Harbor Hideaway is across the street and up the hill from Bass Harbor, a scenic marina filled with lobster boats. It is also walking distance to the Seafood Ketch restaurant. Step back in time as the fog rolls in, imagining the area's nautical history, which includes the Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and surrounding seafaring community.

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