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Spacious 19th century 7 bedroom family farmhouse close to Acadia and the shore

Family-friendly farm stay in Bar Harbor

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Cider House Farm: a pre-Civil war farmhouse on one and a half quiet acres.
Peaceful and secluded!
Back of the house, west lawn.
Historic stone walls.
Back field, great place to play.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
NZ$1,424
avg per night

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

+1
1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Cribs

Bedroom #5

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$1,424
avg per night

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About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this farm stay is in the city centre 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's Visitors Center and Acadia National Park. 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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What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • West Street Historic District - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Village Green - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Bella Vita - Harborside Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stewman's Lobster Pound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mainely-Meat - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Spacious 19th century 7 bedroom family farmhouse close to Acadia and the shore

* Please scroll down to see our flexible cancellation policy.

We are perfectly located in quiet and lovely little Hulls Cove; less than a mile to Acadia National Park Visitor Center and the free Island Explorer shuttle, 2/10ths of a mile to the seashore, and 3 miles from Busy Bar Harbor's shops and restaurants.

Cider House Farm is a genuine treasure, a 19th. Century Maine farmhouse with a wonderful sense of history that has grown with its years. Wood beamed ceilings and pine floors blend seamlessly with modern conveniences and comforts.

Situated on one and a half peaceful acres at the end of a quiet private lane, there is lots of space to relax, watch sea gulls, inhale the wonderful mixed fragrance of pine needles and salty sea air or play outdoor games on the big lawns. It is a perfect house for large families, with room for everyone.

Neighboring Acadia National Park’s scenic carriage roads are unmatched for walking biking and horseback riding. Its breathtaking mountain trails for hiking and its lovely lakes for swimming and canoeing.


On the first floor:
1 queen size bedroom.
2 bathrooms.

On the second floor:
2 bathrooms and 6 bedrooms
2 bedrooms each with a king size bed,
2 bedrooms with queen size beds
1 bedroom with 2 twin size beds.
The master bedroom suite: has 1 king size bed, 1 full-size bed, 1 twin bed,
and private bath.

Our bed and bath linens are pure 100% cotton and only laundered with skin sensitive products. Soap, tissues, toilet paper and other necessities are to be found in each bathroom. Floor fans in all the bedrooms team with our cool summer nights for sleeping comfort.

A large living room, sunroom with hiking maps and local information, farm kitchen and two dining areas with seating for 17 offer plenty of room to be together or find some alone time.

The farmhouse kitchen has room for multiple cooks, and is fully stocked with cookware, useful spices, a lobster pot, dinnerware, glassware, and silverware. The large wrap around deck and patio offers loads of space for leisurely meals and grilling, the gas is provided.

We are baby-ready with 2 pack 'n plays, baby gates, highchair, and booster seat. The big lawns are perfect for children to play safely.

Cider House Farm has been a family farm and apple orchard since 1865, it has seen change but always remained true to its own time and place.

We would love to share our little corner of Hulls Cove with you!

*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.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Laundry

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
Signed rental agreement requirement.
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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.
Harassment of wildlife and domestic yardbirds will not be tolerated. Parents are reponsible for children respecting this rule.

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
Note from host: Signed rental agreement requirement.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number Property Town of Bar Harbor Registration #VR124-0l I

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious 19th century 7 bedroom family farmhouse close to Acadia and the shore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious 19th century 7 bedroom family farmhouse close to Acadia and the shore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 19th century 7 bedroom family farmhouse close to Acadia and the shore?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 19th century 7 bedroom family farmhouse close to Acadia and the shore located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor farm stay 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

Spacious 19th century 7 bedroom family farmhouse close to Acadia and the shore Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay!!! Very close to Acadia and all the activities you could wish for!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location close to ocean and restaurants very spacious
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Older but great house. Nice and big for the whole family. Ok location. Deers in the back yard. Had everything we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

J. C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was fantastic! Great location for going to Acadia National Park. Very quiet neighborhood. The house is very nicely appointed and absolutely lovely. So many different areas to sit and relax or talk. Exceeded expectations. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

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

Great Week

Our family of 15 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cider House. The location was perfect. We experienced an unusual heat wave but, with windows opened and an abundance of fans we survived. The property was great for the kids to play outside or inside. Lots of room to spread out. Overall our stay was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Perfect home for family vacation

Our family had a great vacation. The house was plenty of room for everyone. The location was very convenient to the park loop and downtown. Quiet country setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

The best family vacation EVER!

We are a very lucky family- 4 generations strong, and we get together for a week every summer. Our family has grown over the years, and this vacation at Cider House included all 15 of us! From our 3 yr old to the nearly 80 year olds, everyone had a wonderful time. From cooking and eating together (we are COOKS) to games on the lawn, to quiet evening chats, and music to dance to..roosters and chickens who visited, and a perfect location for all activities (we scoured the Park and shopped and ate in town!) Mom said it best- it’s a page from your favorite sweet summer novel. Our host was delightful, a true kind soul. We will carry the memories- some of us might not be able to make the trip again, but we have these special memories and moments to cherish! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Relaxing with lots of space

Beautiful older home, very comfortable. Bedrooms were all comfortable. We love gathering in the kitchen dining area for eating and games. The children ages 5 to 12 enjoyed exploring the house and playing in the yard. Internet was spotty at times but other than that and Beautiful vacation. Perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali F., Chicago, IL

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

Great house and great host!

This house was very large and easily fit our group. Everyone had their own room and there were still some left over! The kitchen was up to date and there were three dining tables so everyone could fit. Patricia was very responsive - check in and out were very easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karli C.

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

Charming farmhouse

The house was perfect for our large group. We had a mix of kids and adults and the house provided plenty of space for us to spread out. The kids loved playing hide and seek in the many rooms. The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked and having laundry was a huge plus. The location was close to downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lois S.

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

Unique experience

If you wondered what it would be like to stay in a period-time house, this is it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Home Away from Home!

The Farmhouse had plenty of large spaces for our family of 12 adults to gather for meals, drinks, and games, as well as smaller areas to retreat and enjoy a book or some quiet time. The seven bedrooms were very clean and comfortable. The large deck was great for morning coffee and evening drinks. The place was charming and allowed us to enjoy our trip to New England in the Fall! 🍂🍁
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lena P.

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

Extended Friends and Family Trip

We really enjoyed staying in this rental! It had lots of quirky charm, was clean, and had nice little extras. We had an issue with bees getting in through windows and the hot water going out. The owner was quick and helpful in responding. There is plenty of room for everyone to have their own space and spread out. This was a great place for a large group. Note that only one bedroom is on the first floor in case you have individuals with mobility issues in your group.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Great place to stay if you have a large group

This property was exactly as described and accommodated our family perfectly! It was clean and well kept up. The first floor was such that we could all gather in the tv room or the dining room or as interests allowed move to a smaller library. Altho we didn’t use the patio much (we were there in late October) it was roomy enough to picnic outside if conditions allowed. The property well situated on the island so that we could all pursue individual or small group activities. Both the main entrance to Acadia and Bar Harbor center is a short drive away.. I would go back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Arely K.

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

50th Anniversary and Family Vacation

Very well loved house farm. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need for cooking. The oven wasn't working properly. We found a couple nails on the floors that tore our socks and the locks in the bathrooms didn’t lock. The location was great just 7 minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia. Overall great house and experience. Definitely recommended for big families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha S.

Would do it again

Everyone in our group of 14 enjoyed this house. Truly clean and very relaxing!! It was a good thing for grandkids to have the farmhouse feel and have the wooded area to play and pretend in. I think my favorite part was the fresh air feel-all the windows opened and we definitely did that either all day or in the evenings. The breeze came thru and made for great sleeping. Trish was SO pleasant to deal with. Anyone having doubts—don’t—Stay at Cider House. from Midwest group
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Sandra B.

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

Absolutely Wonderful! Perfect for our family

Such a magical place! Lots of space and charm for everyone. It was perfect for our family, we really enjoy places with lots of historical charm. My 80 year old mother said it was just like the farm house she grew up in; she felt right at home. The worn stoop with the door cut to accommodate it just one of the many charming pieces of this place. Lots of room for kids to roam around and play. Plenty of toys and games inside and out. We did run into a couple of glitches, and I just mention them to illustrate how quickly the host Trish responds. Beds were comfy, great ventilation and natural light, plenty of bathrooms and towels. Can’t say enough. Didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayla M.

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

Bar Harbor

This VRBO was great for our family of 14. It is a large house with plenty of bedrooms and beds for all. The kitchen is large and seemed well stocked for everything we made. The large deck is great with a gas grill, relaxing places to sit and 2 picnic tables if you want eat outside. This is an older place so with that the floors are uneven with thresholds to watch out for. My aging parents did need to watch their step a bit. Other than that, I would highly recommend this place since the location cannot be beat. The turn in to Acadia is very close and it is a short 5-6 min drive in to Bar Harbor when we went in to town. The kids loved the surrounding lawn area to play baseball or laser tag. Trish was great to communicate with and we would definitely stay here again if back in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very group friendly with multiple bedrooms, bathrooms, seating areas, etc. The kitchen was particularly group/family friendly with plenty of tableware, cook ware, seating. Nice outdoor picnic tables and umbrellas on the deck. We loved watching the wildlife (deer, turkeys, and chickens). The proximity to Acadia National Park was a huge plus.This is a charming old farm house with all the issues that implies. The outside is in need of some attention and door locks need some work. The host left a beautiful vase of flower and a note to welcome us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Wish we had booked longer!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house! It had everything we needed and more. Bedrooms were comfortable and bathrooms well stocked. It was quaint and on a quiet property. Close to town and close to park entrance.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house and location for our family vacation. Lots of room inside and out for us all to spread out. Everything we needed for the week was provided. We had no problems with anything in the house. We walked to the beach and restaurants a few times. Most of our time was spent in Acadia National Park, which was less than a mile away. All in all, we couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Bar Harbor Farmhouse Ideal for Acadia Vacation!This magical, lovingly decorated and outfitted farmhouse with its curated collection of antique gardening tools and vintage furniture and decor welcomed our party of 13 (grandparents, parents, 20-somethings, and middle-school-aged children) with its custom-fit-for-us, comfortable 3 Kings, 3 Queens, 1 Full, and 3 twins as well as 4 well-stocked full bathrooms. The private location was quite near to Acadia National Park (technical climbs, Cadilac and Pemetic Mountains, Jordan Pond popovers, Sand Beach, a bald eagle, photogenic views), Bar Harbor (the land bridge, grocery store, Greek pizza place, Havana Restaurant, Thirsty Whale Tavern, and CJ’s Big Dipper ice cream/frozen yoghurt), and the Lobster Pound (hot or cold lobster rolls, lobster nachos, fish & chips, veggie tacos, grilled cheese, coleslaw) with its picnic tables and ice cream boat and nearby miniature golf. The living room welcomed home our exhausted early rising mountain climbers with deep, comfortable leather chairs, a table for jigsaw puzzles, and a reading nook. Our in-house Chef and Bartender served tempting concoctions, created in the bar nook and well-equipped kitchen, on three generously sized dining tables (also perfect for card games). Our scavenger hunt was to find 10 chickens and 10 pigs in the house’s decor. The smart XL washer/dryer allowed us to pack light for long air flights. We had perfect weather—no rain the entire week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was excellent! We had a vacation with extended family from age 84 to 3. It was nice to be close to Acadia and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

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

Quiet Retreat

Secluded hide away with an old farmhouse layout. Put the grandparents in the downstairs bedroom, open all the windows and turn on all the fans to take advantage of cooler mornings. No one gets their own bathroom so be kind and keep your stuff in your room, but plenty of hot water and funky layout! Available laundry room upstairs is a great advantage to this property. Hulls Cove beach is a 10 min walk downhill. Lake Wood Pond is a 5 min drive for a quiet swimming hole. Great big breakfast area and deck and large well-appointed kitchen for family gatherings. Bring a yard game for playing on the lawn!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025