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In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park

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Exterior
Exterior
The other side of the back bedroom hosts a walk-in closet and a queen bed.
One side of the back bedroom hosts twin beds and cork flooring.
The kitchen is equipped with a second oven, microwave, coffee maker, and fridge.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Village Green
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • West Street Historic District
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Back Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom

1 King Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park

This newly renovated three-bedroom and two-bath house on Ledgelawn Avenue features a happy backyard, plenty of sleeping area, and a small office where an internationally best-selling novel was written. Really.

There's a grill outside on the deck, a second oven, a big gravel driveway and it's all in incredibly close proximity to Great Meadow Loop (for a hike), the Park Loop Road and in-town Bar Harbor. Lilacs bloom. Birds sing. And it's an incredibly happy place to enjoy Bar Harbor.

Property manager

Shaun Farrar
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

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 Registration Number VR2R22-40

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. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain. Travelling with kids? Consider George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History 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.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Village Green - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • West Street Historic District - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 11 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In Town and a Quick Walk to Acadia National Park located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bar Harbor Historical Society, Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Village Green and St. Saviour's Church are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing! We loved the house itself and its distance to everything in Bar Harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were thrilled with our stay - the house and location were absolutely wonderful! Loved the fact that we were walking distance to Bar Harbor and had a playground within a block of us. Our family used the outside grill which was very nice and a huge plus since we cooked many of our own meals. Shaun was great with his communication and responded very promptly! We would definitively recommend this house and stay there again if ever back in the area!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

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

Perfect Getaway!

We had such an amazing week at this spacious Bar Harbor home! Shaun was an excellent host- very accommodating and communicative. The house was immaculate and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was fully equipped with cookware , coffee , lunch bags, aluminum foil etc. It’s a quick 11 minute walk into town and a 3 minute drive from the supermarket. We have stayed at many places in Bar Harbor over the past 15 years and this was our favorite. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay in July at this home. Note that there are window A/C units in two of the bedrooms and fans throughout the house. We had a couple of days were in the upper 70s/low 80s that made the home warm, but not too warm. Beds were comfy, kitchen and baths were clean and updated. The location is great - 10-15 min walk to downtown and grocery store, 5-7 min drive to Cadillac Mtn., easy walk to some trails in Acadia. Would have loved to stay longer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

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

Bar Harbor family trip 2025

We had a fantastic summer vacation in Bar Harbor! We feel very fortunate that we found Shaun and Carrie's house and were there for the week. Our first trip to Maine was very memorable, from hikes in Acadia National Park to whale watching to the restaurants and coffee shops. Shaun and Carrie's house was so conveniently located to everything we did. When hanging around downtown Bar Harbor, it was only a short walk away so didn't need to drive. The house was comfortable and plenty of room for us 5 adults. The house had all of the accommodations that we were expecting and as listed. The blueberry pie was tasty, thank you! We would love to visit Bar Harbor again and certainly would look to stay at Shaun and Carrie's house! They were easy to communicate with and very responsive. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget E.

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

Wonderful place!

The house was perfect for 5 adults and a quick walk to downtown Bar Harbor. Shaun was extremely accommodating when we had to modify our stay and was very responsive. House is very well equipped for cooking and spending quality time together. I would definitely return. We were also welcomed with a delicious homemade blueberry pie and were pleasantly surprised to find.an opened coffee in the cupboard as well. Would highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Mother, daughter trip ❤️

The house was so cute and comfortable! Great location on the edge of town.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bret H.

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

Great Location, Great Property, Great Property Manager

We very much enjoyed our time at this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Susan R.

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

Bar Harbor Getaway

The home was extremely clean. Lots of homey features. Very well stocked. Beds very comfortable. Convenient location near to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

Great renovated comfy house

This house held a few friends from a larger hiking group. It was well designed and comfortable and in a great location, only a few blocks walk from the best of Bar Harbor and in a quiet neighborhood
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Plenty of space for us

We chose this property for the number of beds and short walk to town. It was perfect for our group. The kitchen was one of the most well-stocked we've ever stayed at. There was cone shaped coffee filters, coffee, sugar, sugar-substitute, salt, pepper, various seasonings/spices, plenty of pots/pans/utensils, and a kettle to heat water for tea. The bathrooms were just as well appointed with plenty of towels, handtowels, washcloths, hand soap, toilet tissue, and a hair dryer. We loved all the original artwork, provided games/puzzles, and new outdoor front porch furniture. Having a washer/dryer and provided laundry detergent was a plus as we arrived by airport/rental car and didn't want to haul too much from out of state. We had one hiccup during our visit but the host was quick to respond. Would definitely recommend this house/location/host to all!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Excellent Home and Location.

Easy walk to downtown. Great overall property. Only minor negative was the kitchen cooking items i.e ( Frying pans, bowels, etc.) were lacking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Karen M.

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

June stay

The house was comfortable and clean. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Charming New England Vacation Spot

This home was perfect for a family vacation. Our hosts were wonderful and responded so quickly to any questions we had. We will come back for sure! Thank you Shaun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Nice House close to everything

The house was great, larger than i expected. It was in a nice convenient location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Namrta S.

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

Memorial Day Weekend Stay

We had a great time. Location was amazing. Place was nice and spacious. And super close to all the hikes.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Great for a family

The house worked great for our family! It was a short walk to get to downtown Bar Harbor and an easy drive to the hiking we wanted to do at Acadia National Park. There was a nice playground just around the corner, too. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

AJ G.

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

Bar Harbor house

Great clean home and ideal location to the harbor and Acadia NP. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M., West Chester, PA

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

Great location!

Cute house is within walking distance of the town! House was comfortable and the owner was very responsive. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bri S.

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

Awesome home base for a hiking family

We loved the proximity to both the park (walking and driving) and town. Also right around the corner from a playground that was top notch! Huge playing fields right around the corner as well. Safe, pleasant neighborhood with sidewalk all the way to town. Easy walk for our group of seven. We loved it here. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riza V.

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

Awesome

Highly recommend this property. It has everything you can possibly need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Literally a walk to downtown Bar Harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

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

Great location for anything on the island!

Plenty of room for our family of 6! Kitchen was great for preparing breakfasts and dinners. Accommodations were just as pictured. Couldn’t have asked for a better location to walk into Bar Harbor (get dinner, drinks, ice cream!!), ride a bus into Acadia, or drive to the beaches a bit further away. Shaun was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David H.

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

Bar harbor

1- 3/4 mile from main st Short walk not bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristan L.

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

Third visit

Enjoyed being able to walk to everything in town and reach Acadia so easily. And the home owners are wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle T.

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

The best family home in BH!

This is the third time we have stayed here, and we love it more every time. We can’t say enough about Shaun and Carrie’s hospitality and communication, and the home is just perfect for our family of 5. Thank you again for the best week!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shaun Farrar

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One of us writes books for children and young adults. The other one has spent most of his adult life protecting and serving the people of Bar Harbor.

This house on Ledgelawn is where we spent a lot of happy time, celebrating the awesomeness that is Bar Harbor.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property because we love Bar Harbor and its quirky, outdoorsy appeal. Ledgelawn Avenue has always been a place for families. Even though Bar Harbor is so small, thousands of trick-or-treaters come to our door. On the Fourth of July, the parade stages at the ballfield and finishes on this street. This is small town America at its best. Right here.

And then there's the park. You can run out the door, turn left and in less than five minutes, you are in one of the most beautiful places in the country.

It's hard to beat that.

What makes this property unique

We love the front porch, the neighbors. We love the way the lilacs smell in Spring and the way the cook-outs smell in the summer. The back yard with its deck and trees just beyond the fence, make you feel secluded even though it's just a short jaunt into town.

There are lots of tiny quirks in the house like an occasional old-fashioned light fixture, double ovens, and an overall light and airy feel.

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