Located in Ellsworth, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Seacoast Fun Park and Downeast Scenic Railroad are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
Timber Tina's Great Maine Lumberjack Show - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
Acadia National Park - 15 min drive - 17.2 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Dunkin' - 11 min drive
Wendy's - 11 min drive
Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - 23 min drive
Aroma Joes - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 1850s Farm House - Minutes from Acadia, Lamoine Beach, and Lamoine State Park pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 1850s Farm House - Minutes from Acadia, Lamoine Beach, and Lamoine State Park?
As of 2 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1850s Farm House - Minutes from Acadia, Lamoine Beach, and Lamoine State Park on 16 June 2027 start from NZ$6,155, 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 1850s Farm House - Minutes from Acadia, Lamoine Beach, and Lamoine State Park?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1850s Farm House - Minutes from Acadia, Lamoine Beach, and Lamoine State Park?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1850s Farm House - Minutes from Acadia, Lamoine Beach, and Lamoine State Park?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1850s Farm House - Minutes from Acadia, Lamoine Beach, and Lamoine State Park located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Lamoine State Park, Trenton Health Center and Kisma Preserve. Timber Tina's Great Maine Lumberjack Show and Seacoast Fun Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The farmhouse was great! We enjoyed our stay and it had everything we needed. The location was perfect. Ray was quick with responding to any questions we had and very welcoming. Thank you for opening your space for others to enjoy! We will recommend it to our friends back home!Melissa and Aaron
The house was perfect for our group of 5 plus 2 dogs. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and the large living room and dining room were great places for us to all hang out together.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
leszek r.
6 October 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Unfortunately, our stay was disappointing. The before 10:00 AM check-out time felt unnecessarily early, especially with the expectation that guests also complete the laundry before leaving. This made the departure process feel rushed and inconvenient.Unfortunately, the lady who arrived before 10:00 AM was also quite rude and unwelcoming, which made the experience even less pleasant.Overall, we expected a more comfortable and respectful experience and were disappointed with the way the stay ended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2026
Over the sixteen years of serving our seasonal guests, we’ve found it necessary to set a 10:00 AM check out in order to thoroughly clean the house and have it ready for our next guests arriving at 4 PM. This is the first time it’s been met with a such a degree of dissatisfaction. Occasionally we have allowed late checkouts when advanced notice has been given and the schedule can accommodate the request. However, in this case, new guests were arriving that afternoon and our guests did not mention their need for a later check out.
Prior to departure, our guests are asked to gather bath towels and start them in the wash. This helps make sure heavy towels have time enough to dry completely.
We’re never pleased when guests don’t enjoy their entire time at the house. In the future, we will communicate check out times so there is no confusion.
We were two families, gathered for our son and daughter's wedding nearby, so it was great to have space to spread out and a nice big dining room and table for meals. The owner was ultra-responsive to needs and requests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Anne - Thank you for choosing to rent our farmhouse for your home base as you prepared for the wedding! I appreciate all your correspondence with me throughout your time at the house! Thanks, too, for your suggestions for changes to the farmhouse.
Truly,
Ray
The property was very clean with exception of coffee pots.. Well stocked with dishes and pots
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2025
Cynthia - We work hard to make sure the entire house is clean and ready for our guests. Thanks for letting us know about your experience concerning the coffee pots. This is the first time in our 15 year history that this has happened. We will review our kitchen cleaning to match the high standard of clean you experienced in the rest of the house!
Thanks for your comments!
The Farmhouse advertised in this listing lived up to its charm and comfort for our stay. It was the perfect place for us to explore Acadia National Park and Mt. Desert Island without the intense crowds and cost in Bar Harbor itself. We would return to this place in a heartbeat!
Loved the many bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone in a big family. Enjoyed the starry night and the quiet of the neighborhood. Nice nest after a full day of hiking at beautiful Acadia. Ray is a very reliable person, very fast in responding.
The property was spacious and very clean. . Host was easy to get in touch with . Plenty of room for everyone. Enjoyed our stay. Would stay again if in the area.
We had a wonderful stay at this cozy farmhouse in the country. Our host, Ray, told us the rich history of the house which made it even more special. The beds were very comfortable, and the house was very clean! It was a perfect place for our family to gather. The nearby town of Ellsworth offered plenty of restaurants, and the 30 minute drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia was beautiful!!
This is a wonderful (old) house with lots of space. The bedrooms are nicely separate, making it perfect for any group of people that would like some level of privacy. The outdoor fire pit is especially nice. It is 25-30 minute distance from Acadia and Bar Harbor, which we did not find an obstacle. It has a large dinging room table perfect for dinner and games. The kitchen is well furnished. Really perfect for a family visit to Acadia.
The house is very charming and comfortable especially the beds! We slept very well! It's not too far from all the places we wanted to visit (Bar Harbor & Acadia State Park). The area is quiet and relaxing and the host, Ray, is very nice and easy to communicate with. The water pressure took a bit to fully kick in but that's all. Beautiful place to stay. Loved the house!
Great location half-way between Winter Harbor and Bar Harbor. The house is nicely decorated, spacious, very clean and had everything we needed. It's located in a very pretty, quiet neighborhood. The sun room was perfect to set up a puzzle table. We had a camp fire one nit in the fire pit. We would definitely love to stay there again.
Everything about this property was as expected. Quaint and peaceful. The house was clean and fit our family perfectly. Ray was very kind and helpful throughout the process. We very much appreciate all he and his wife did to make this vacation possible for us and our fur babies 💕
We spent a week in this house while visiting Acadia at peak season. We were 5 adults and 1 dog. The house is a quirky old farm house that was clean and inviting upon arrival. Communication with host worked well and the kitchen was well equipped. Our favorite part was being away from the crowds inside desert island and the close proximity to Lamoine beach - we ended up going there every morning and every night.
I think the homeaway fees charged are high compared to the value offered.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
I have control of the price per day or week of the rental, but not the Homeaway fees charged beyond that. However, there is a 9% State of Maine lodging tax which is included in the Homeaway fee.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Duane and Mary Ellen L.
25 June 2017
Comfy, Convenient, Caring Owner
Family of 6, 2 grandparents, 2 grandchildren, 2 parents. We totally loved our stay at the Farmhouse! 3 full baths, modern kitchen, washer, dryer, and plenty of space were just what we needed. Easy to watch movies, play games, prepare and eat meals. Attentive and caring owner answered any questions we had. Convenient location to Bangor, Ellsworth, MDI, yet not on a busy highway. We loved it!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Mary and Duane were wonderful guests. I'm so glad we were able to host their family for vacation...one that allowed them to make some great memories!
The house is as described, old and with lots of character. Kitchen is completely updated and stocked with more cooking supplies than any other house we have rented. The syn room always had a nice breeze. The girls hung out in there while the guys took over the living room. Would have liked another comfy chair in the sunroom, but you can't have everything. Great having a washer and dryer to use. Just far enough away from Acadia to get out of the crowds and easy to go to town for supplies.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kristopher T.
11 September 2012
Beautiful home--A perfect getaway
Beautiful home--a perfect getaway for anyone interested in Acadia and Bar Harbor without the crowds of Bar Harbor. I've had the pleasure of watching the house progress from an antique farmhouse to a beautiful, charming, cozy home. The owners might have kept the old New England farmhouse look, but they have done an incredible job of updating this home. The updates (including colors) throughout the house provide the rustic, relaxing feel of Maine with the vibe, pep, and necessities of a modern home. The owners have done a fabulous job keeping the rustic feel while allowing for modern amenities. The brand new kitchen, spacious living room, and relaxing sunroom provide the comfort and quality of a home away from home. The bedrooms provide further relaxation with a different color scheme for each room. This house is the perfect getaway for anyone interested in Acadia and Bar Harbor, without the chaos and prices of Mount Desert Island.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2020
We're so glad that the farmhouse has been "home" to many families on vacation. We've tried to keep the house charming while making it comfortable and welcoming. Come spend a week or more and enjoy the area and all that Acadia has to offer.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
george r.
24 October 2012
a wonderful stay
After a long trip and many hotels it was a pleasure to arrive at the farmhouse with all its extra room. The owner had the bedroom prepared for us and was very helpful in providing information about the area and restaurants. He gave us good information on Acadia National Park & we made several trips to the beautiful park. We also had Lamoine Beach & State Park within 5 minutes of the house. We enjoyed the area and found Finns, Governors and Jaspers to have excellent food. We went to the local airport which was about 10 minutes away & took a plane tour of Acadia & the surrounding area. The spacious home could have easily accomodated three more couples or families with children. The farmhouse was rustic in design but had all the modern amenities while still holding its charm & comfort. Our dog especially enjoyed the large yard and we loved the quiet neighborhood. We rate it five stars. *****
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2020
We're so thrilled when families staying at the farmhouse are able to enjoy it. It is a wonderful place to relax and unwind. Pets are able to take advantage of the large yard and field. Come make the farmhouse your headquarters while exploring this beautiful area.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anne C.
8 August 2017
The PERFECT house for our large family
We had a wonderful week at the farmhouse. What a comfortable house, full of charm and nooks and crannies! Our six grown children were with us, and fit very comfortably into the house while feeling as if they had their own space. The doors between the rooms really helped to keep noise down and give privacy. For instance, the upstairs queen bedroom is open, at the end of an open staircase from the first floor. With doors on the first floor bedrooms and on the dining area, very little noise got upstairs. Three good size bathrooms, 2 with tubs, meant no lines, no wait! Also, as other reviewers noted, a well-stocked newish kitchen with a nice gas stove. Washer and dryer are right in the kitchen, another nice feature. Also, we appreciated Lamoine, too. We spent much of our time in Acadia, and it is a bit of a drive, but it is also nice to leave the hustle and bustle of the Park and Bar Harbor. Anything lacking? No (well, maybe an apron for the chief cook and bottle washer...). Would we rent this house again? In a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
We are fortunate to be located in Lamoine and have such close access to Lamoine State Park and Lamoine Beach. They are jewels we enjoy in our "backyard." We're glad the house was large enough to give everyone space and privacy.
It never occurred to me to have an apron for the chef. That will be remedied tomorrow!