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Spacious 6 Bedroom Orchard House close to Acadia and the Shore.

Family-friendly holiday home in Bar Harbor

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Front of the house faces the orchard.
Deck has bench seats, umbrella table, picnic table, gas grill.
Property grounds
Rock garden off the deck.
Heirloom apple trees well over 100 years old

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
  • Place, Cadillac Mountain
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious 6 Bedroom Orchard House close to Acadia and the Shore.

*Please scroll down to see our flexible cancellation policy

A bright, airy, spacious house, less than a mile to Acadia and the free Island Explore shuttle, 2/10ths of a mile to the seashore and 3 miles to Downtown Bar Harbor.

Perfect for families and friends and set in an heirloom orchard on a quiet private lane in beautiful and historic little Hulls Cove. One and a half peaceful acres graced by historic apple trees, fragrant white pines, and crisp salt air. Welcome the day’s sunrise from all the upstairs bedroom windows as the sun rises over the water and the Porcupine islands.

Ceiling fans in all the bedrooms team with our cool summer nights for maximum sleeping comfort. Enjoy outdoor dining on the big grand piano shaped deck. Stroll two tenths of a mile down to the shore and discover bleached mussel shells, perfect little ringed rocks, a seagull feather, a bright gem of sea glass.

Neighboring Acadia National Park’s scenic carriage roads are perfect for walking biking and horseback riding. Its breathtaking mountain trails for hiking and its lovely lakes for swimming and canoeing. Busy Bar Harbor's shops and restaurants are only a few minutes’ drive away. The free Island Explorer Shuttle bus stops in Hulls Cove and will take you into town, into Acadia, and all over the island.

*Our Flexible Cancellation Policy:
Very simply, if a guest wishes to cancel their reservation, they will receive a full refund if or when those reservation dates re-book. If the dates do not re-book the deposit will not be refunded but we will offer a credit for a future booking that will work for you.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 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
Outdoor Fires: The Bar Harbor Fire Department forbids outdoor fires no matter how small. The ruling is strictly enforced.

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
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
Property Registration Number VR1R25-113

We should mention

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 the city centre and by the sea. West Street Historic District and Criterion Theater are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet and Sullivan Harbor Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. 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

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Acadia National Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Village Green - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 17 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stewman's Lobster Pound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Bella Vita - Harborside Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪West Street Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious 6 Bedroom Orchard House close to Acadia and the Shore. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spacious 6 Bedroom Orchard House close to Acadia and the Shore. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious 6 Bedroom Orchard House close to Acadia and the Shore. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 6 Bedroom Orchard House close to Acadia and the Shore. ?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 6 Bedroom Orchard House close to Acadia and the Shore. located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Acadia National Park's Visitors Center, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and Newlin Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Norine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Orchard House in Bar Harbor! It was perfect for our family — spacious, comfortable, and just a short drive from both downtown and Acadia National Park. The setting was peaceful and scenic, and we especially loved watching the chickens, ducks, and even deer right on the property. A great mix of nature and convenience. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin S.

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

Marv's stay

Beautiful spacious property. Owner very helpful and accessible. House very conveniently located to both sides of Island. Lots of room inside for privacy and group get togethers. Loved the chickens and ducks and the Chipmunks and the deer just outside. Second visit to this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

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

Lovely

Orchard House is a beautiful comfortable home, ideally situated near Bar Harbor and close to Acadia. It’s immaculately clean and perfect for family gatherings, with room to spread out as needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

The best experience!

We had a magical time at the Orchard House! It was everything we wanted for a family of 8 on vacation - lots of space and 3 bathrooms was key! The location is wonderful, communication with owner was prompt and helpful. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

gina k.

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

MAINE - THE BEAUTIFUL

This property is a great house for 5 couples to stay in when it is cool outside. The back patio is relaxing in the shade in the evening. If you want to shuttle into town, the Island Shuttle picks you up at the end of Crooked Rd, just a short walk. The neighbors are close, but never bothered us and were friendly. I would stay there again to go to Bar Harbor, and stay at the outskirts of town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrea c.

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

Maine

Great house. Very well equipped. We were 6 adults and 4 children 3 and under. There were lots of things at the house, including pack and plays , that helped us to avoid bringing extra things. Lots of lovely bedrooms. Wonderful backyard. It was a perfect week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger A.

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

Bar Harbor Family stay

We felt comfortable with the location. Perfect location to get around Bar Harbor and use of free shuttles. Had a great time hiking, biking, cruising, and exploring the downtown. Lots of Ice Cream! The only issue that we want to bring up to the owner attention, is that they may want to clean the guest bathroom a bit better as there is additional grime around the bathtub and the appearance of a mushroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

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

Wondeful stay!

This house is indeed spacious and comfortable! You really feel like you're in a home. Plenty of parking (we had a minivan, two pickup trucks, and a sedan), and the yard and garden are beautiful. We very much enjoyed seeing the neighbor's ducks do their daily commute through the yard to a patch of vegetation to dine on. The house is perfectly located near enough Bar Harbor and Acadia to have everything be accessible while still having a private quiet setting. Patricia was a wonderful, friendly, and accomodating host. We would definitly recommend this property to anyone looking to vacation in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

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

Excellent, comfortable home

Seven women in our 60s enjoyed a wonderful time. Trish’s home was perfect for us. We had lots of room and 3 bathrooms! Trish’s home was the best stocked VRBO I have ever stayed in. Every room had tissues. We had lots of paper towels, TP and paper napkins. It was a great home! Thanks Trish!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Rhonda G.

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

Family Time

This is the second time staying at this property. The home is beautiful but requires updates. The appliances in the kitchen need to be updated, especially the oven and range top. The bed I slept in had a big dip in the center. One of the sofa's in the living room has no support left, needs to be replaced. The host was very nice and helpful. Saw a little to much of her. I don't think she was really comfortable with us not sure why, we treated her home with respect. It is a great location and it was plenty of room for my entire family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Fabulous House!

We could not have enjoyed our stay at the Orchard House more. The house is in great shape with all the amenities you might need. Communication and assistance was top notch. We had 6 adults and 6 kids and there was plenty of room for playing in the HUGE yard, reading books, cooking meals and whatever else we wanted to do. Plenty of space for people to have their own rooms and take a nap or get some privacy if they wanted it. Very close to all the fun of Bar Harbor and very easy access to the Hull Cove Visitor center and all of Acadia National Park. Easy biking to the park if that is what you are interested in. We would not hesitate to stay again when we are back on Mt. Desert Island.

10/10 Excellent

Darlene V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If I could give 10 stars, I would! The house was perfect for our family of 13, ages 9 to 74. Spacious, lots of window light, and beautifully furnished. The wall decor was fascinating and I kept seeing new things every day. Trish, the owner, is absolutely lovely and so gracious. She would have done anything for us, but we couldn't think of a thing we needed! She had already covered every little detail. We ate all of our breakfasts and dinners at the house and couldn't have asked for a lovelier kitchen. It was very well stocked with every utensil and appliance we needed. We took a brief drive to the Hannaford Supermarket for supplies. There was a smaller dining area for the 6 adults, and a table in the great room for the kids to eat and play games. Although it was only a few miles from downtown Bar Harbor, the house itself was in a rural setting. There was an old apple orchard in the back and a beautiful deck to sit and enjoy it. There were chickens and ducks and deer wandering around and that never got old. We took several walks down to Hull's Cove, where the kids had fun hunting for treasures... shells,crabs,etc.. There was a coffee shop and a restaurant at the end of the driveway. Some of the highlights of our trip were Northeast Harbor, Bass Harbor Head Light, Cadillac Mountain, Thunder Hole, Asticou Terraces, Thuya Gardens, Asticou Azelea Garden, Wonderland Trail, Land Bridge to Bar Island, downtown Bar Harbor shops, and a day trip to Campobello Island in NB.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Trish is a gem!

The house was clean, well equipped, and very spacious. The baths and bedrooms are all large, and there's so much common living space. Trish, the owner, was a lifesaver! When our rental car agreement fell through (warning: Uber drivers and cabs are extremely hard to get in this town!), she came up with a solution that got us the use of a car for the week! She certainly didn't have to do that, but her help was so appreciated! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The only negative would be that the Wifi is extremely slow and it was difficult to get on line.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Nice property, but...

One week before our visit, with no cancellation refund available, the owner reneged on an agreement we had made months before, in writing, before booking the rental. This put a lot of stress on our vacation. She ignored my message trying to resolve the issue. More importantly, While the listing is family friendly and in fact several Pack and Plays and high chairs are provided, the house is full of very nice and very breakable objects within easy reach of young children. Several display cases, narrow in depth and not fastened to the wall are just plain dangerous as a child could pull them down on top of themselves. The rather flimsy fencing surrounding the landing near the bottom of the stairs has openings large enough for a small child to get their head stuck in. Another dangerous oversight. Of course parents should be watchful, but needing to be at Alert Level 10 for the entire week was not our idea of a relaxing vacation. For those without young children it's a nice house and property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and beautiful property. Lots of room for our whole family. Great place to stay with quick access to Acadia
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this home is fabulous for all activities around Bar Harbor. The home is very well stocked with spices, supplies, towels, night lights, etc. We loved seeing the turkeys and deer in the Apple Orchard every day. The home was super comfortable for eight adults. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.It would have been nice to have more than one key for 4 couples. The outside of the home and carpeting will benefit from some tender loving care.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun house with huge yard. Lots of seating on patio and front deck. Wonderful location with Acadia Park very near, a couple of restaurants that are a walkable distance away and large rooms for plenty of space to spread out or find privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything clean, beds comfortable. Kitchen fully equipped. Easy access to Acadia National Park. Owner quickly responsive to any questions I had. We loved also that it was quiet, a bit away from downtown Bar Harbor, with its traffic, etc.Only thing I'd change - filling the potholes on the "access" road.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing! Spacious, clean, great location. You can cook all your meals in the very well-appointed kitchen. It’s close to Bar Harbor and Acadia, but is far enough away from the hustle to escape from the noise and activity of town. Patricia is a great host, and answered any questions quickly. All her small but special touches were so thoughtful and appreciated. Other hosts could learn a few things from her. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay and if we ever come back through Acadia, would absolutely stay here again. Absolutely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay.A rural setting within town. The property was just far enough away from the downtown crowds. The beds are comfortable. Plenty of linens and great water pressure. I would recommend the hosts and the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay - house accommodated our group of 12 very well and the closeness to Hulls Cove, Bar Harbor and the Acadia visitor center was very convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, roomy, clean, and well-stocked house! Good Wi-Fi. Listing represents the property well, except for the 3rd floor bedroom – no access to the little patio BUT there is a regular double bed up there rather than a futon, which was a nice surprise. 21-year old was very comfortable up there. All the bedroom windows face east, and there is a rooster on the property, so may not be ideal for light sleepers who want to sleep in. I was concerned about the lack of air-conditioning, but it was fine. When the high was in the upper 70s, the house was comfortable. When the high was 85, the house was a bit uncomfortable for a few hours, but not unbearable, and became comfortable after the sun went down. Ceiling fans in the bedrooms and several box fans (provided) helped a lot with cooling.Great location! Easy walk to catch the Island Explorer bus or go to 2-3 restaurants nearby. We had a nice meal at Bar Harbor Lobster Bakes and took the bus to the Village Green multiple times. Walking (or running) to the visitors center and park was doable but involved a short but busy stretch with no sidewalk. One member of our group did this twice to run on the carriage roads. One of our most enjoyable meals was a quick jaunt to Atlantic Brewing and Mainely Meats BBQ on Knox Rd. The 18- and 19-year olds in our group played several rounds of mini-golf at Pirates Cove just up the road. Super easy to get into the park and to other parts of MDI by car from here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our extended family had the most wonderful time at The Orchard House! We so enjoyed eating home cooked meals around the large table, watching the girls play in the orchard and exploring Acadia/Bar Harbor! The home is clean, well cared for, and the owner is delightful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan r.

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

Wonderful House and Host!

My husband and two of our adult children with three grandchildren had a wonderful stay at the Orchard House. Tricia was a wonderful host who answered any questions I had before and during the trip. The house was large, bright and clean. We loved our stay and it is so close to Acadia, downtown Bar Harbor and some great places to eat. Our grandkids loved watching the ducks and chickens and walking around the yard. Tricia has thought of all the details, big and little and there was nothing we wished we had! We would 100% recommend this house!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

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

Stay near Bar Harbor

Very nice house. Spacious, with plenty of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Owner Patricia Ropp

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The Orchard House, our home, began as a small photographers cottage down on the shore in Hulls Cove. Some time around the early 1900's the cottage was moved up to the orchard.

It escaped the Great Fire of Bar Harbor in 1947 but burned to the ground exactly 50 years later in 1997. We rebuilt the house, bigger this time because our family was growing and now the house's story has seen another change.

We look forward to welcoming guests to the Orchard House and for you to enjoy the house and its surroundings and become part of its story too.




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