In-town Bar Harbor, walk everywhere, off-street parking, and close to Shore Path

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Two Adirondack chairs with a small table and a lantern in a garden setting.
A sunroom with wicker chairs and blue cushions, a small table with potted plants, and a view of trees and a fence.
A two-story house with a gabled roof, white trim, and dark shutters.
A sunroom with wicker furniture, a green table, and a view of a garden.
A living room with a striped armchair, a fireplace, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen visible through an open doorway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Criterion Theater
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the area

Bar Harbor

Downtown Bar Harbor, a neighbourhood in Bar Harbor, is home to this holiday home. 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. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and Wild Gardens of Acadia are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Map
Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Village Green - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Agamont Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Criterion Theater - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is In-town Bar Harbor, walk everywhere, off-street parking, and close to Shore Path pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at In-town Bar Harbor, walk everywhere, off-street parking, and close to Shore Path?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at In-town Bar Harbor, walk everywhere, off-street parking, and close to Shore Path?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In-town Bar Harbor, walk everywhere, off-street parking, and close to Shore Path?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In-town Bar Harbor, walk everywhere, off-street parking, and close to Shore Path located?

Located in Downtown Bar Harbor, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Village Green and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Acadia National Park is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home-away-from-home was amazing!!! So well provisioned, conveniently located to everything Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park has to offer, cozy…homey (I can’t say it too many times!). And our hosts were super helpful and responsive. I would 100% return to this property and hope to visit again in spring and summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location with easy walk to the Shore Path and the Main St shops / restaurants. It's an easy drive to the park entrance too. The house was very clean, comfy and had everything we needed for a fun vacation! The lovely backyard was an extra bonus! We would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and amazing location. Loved the welcome note telling us about the farmers market and other area happenings and the little gift bag of goodies The back yard is like a secret garden- so pretty, quiet and relaxing. We had such a lovely time and appreciated all the little things that made this home so special.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay!! The location is great - within walking distance of everything, but on a quieter end of town - also located by a shore path entrance which is super convenient because strolling the path is on of our favorite things to do. The house was nicely decorated, very clean & had everything you could need for your stay. Kitchen is well stocked as well. The highlight for me was BY FAR the backyard. Literally like entering your own secret garden. When I was at the house I was almost always out back enjoying the shady, beautiful yard. We had one rainy day, and thankfully there is a wonderful sun room indoors as well. Overall, our stay was perfect - will definitely be coming back to this property again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So adorable. Everything we needed and the perfect location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely week in Bar Harbor

Thank you for the use of your lovely property in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Bar harbor vacation week

Wonderful location, beautiful old house, very clean, fantastic job Jacqueline as Our host - you were wonderfully helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet street so close to everything

Clean, well stocked house, very responsive owner. Love being so close to town yet easy to escape to the park. Roomy, comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great family stay on quiet street

We loved our stay at Oliver Cottage! The home had a great location for our family of 5 with 3 young children as it was close to the playground and within easy walking distance to everything in town. We especially loved the backyard. The beds were comfy, the kitchen is well appointed, and communication with the host was easy. We'd definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Return trip did not disappoint!

Second year staying in this lovely house. All the amenities we needed so close to town but quiet. the NICEST back yard. Wish there was 1 more full bath otherwise perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay for first trip to Acadia

Our family of four loved staying in this charming home. Everything we needed, with lots of thoughtful touches for travelers. We shopped at the farmers market Sunday and enjoyed breakfast in the backyard garden. Just a ten minute drive to the National Park, and everything else a short walk away. Dinner, shopping, and walks on the Shore Path are just steps away. At night we played board games. A perfect stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Quintessential New England Home

An absolutely beautiful and charming home. Spotless with all the necessary amenities. So close to town for easy access to the restaurants and happenings of downtown Bar Harbor. Comfortable furniture and bedding. Five stars across the board!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home & Outdoor Space

We enjoyed every minute of our stay whether we were sipping coffee on the quaint Maine, enclosed porch, relaxing with a glass of wine and conversation by the fire in the fantastic secret garden of a back yard or strolling to nearby restaurants and shops, Our host thought of all the touches to make us feel at home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great house in town

Nicely remodeled house 1 block off main. Just out of the bustle of downtown. 12 minute walk to the harbor which is just perfect. Nicely equipped with dishes and pots and pans. Could include more basic spices, shampoo and coffee. I'd stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay exceeded expectations. The house is ideally located at the edge of town making access to activities and restaurants an easy walk but outside of the center in a residential neighborhood so it's quiet and uncrowded. The house itself is ridiculously clean and well organized. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need while remaining uncluttered. The owner was extremely responsive, generous and kind. I can't say enough positive things about this home and it's owner. Superb!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great house, great location.

Loved our week in Bar Harbor! This rental was beautiful and in a great location. It was an easy walk into the town of Bar Harbor. Plenty of dining options and shopping. A weekly farmers market takes place just down the street. The Shore path was a short walk from the house , with beautiful views and easy access into town. Acadia National Park Visitor Center and entry is a short drive away. The owner, Jacqueline, is very responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again! Thanks so much for your hospitality and thoughtfulness, Jacqueline!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Adorable cottage! It's 100 years old and it has all the character of an older home but has been beautifully renovated. Beds were comfortable, kitchen was extremely well equipped which I really appreciated. We had everything we needed, including beach towels for our cold plunges at Sand Beach! It's very close to town, just a short walk to the town center and also a short drive into Acadia. Perfect location! And the backyard was absolutely amazing. Tons of seating and beautiful flowers and Japanese maple trees! Grill worked great! Front sun room was our favorite for coffee each morning! A couple of notes for future visitors...bring a sleeping mask! There are no black out shades and the sun comes up at 4:30am in the summer. Also be aware that there is no mini split in the twin bedroom so my girls had to sweat it out a couple of nights with just a small fan. Other than that I would highly recommend and wish we could have stayed longer. Bar Harbor is such a dreamy small town, we loved every minutes of our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Favorite Bar Harbor Home

We head up to Maine every year for summer vacation, and we often stay in Bar Harbor. This was our favorite stay by far. The property is in a fantastic location to enjoy all that Bar Harbor has to offer - two of the best restaurants in town right at the end of the street, many more in easy walking distance, shopping an easy walk, shore path right around the corner, perfect in every way. We had a small problem with the stove, and messaged the owner - she was instantly responsive, and actually had a new stove delivered the next day. Never had that kind of responsiveness from a vacation home owner before! Our experience was 5 stars all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful House, Perfect Location!

Our family of five had an amazing stay! The house is so clean and cozy. We are a family of five including three teenage boys. The location is perfect. On a quiet street at the end of town. Super easy to walk into town or along the shore path. Very close to Acadia entrances. Drive your car or catch the shuttle at the town green. We happened to have a perfect weather week. Blue skies and calm seas. It was a great family vacation in Bar Harbor. Would definitely stay in this wonderful house again. Thank you Jaqueline!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect

We have been coming to MDI for years and this is one of the best properties we’ve found. We had 2 adults and 4 teens ranging from 13-19. The neighborhood is perfect. We walked along the shore path every morning, and took the LLBean shuttle everywhere within the park. We got a weeklong membership at the Y and our teens went over to work out and play basketball. The house itself was just great. It is the epitome of a quaint New England home with all the modern conveniences. The backyard was a beautiful oasis. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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All good

All good
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay! The house was very clean and well equipped. We had everything we needed and then some. Super convenient to Acadia and downtown Bar Harbor. I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect house for our family of five! We especially loved relaxing on the enclosed front porch in the evenings. The house was lovely and the hosts were kind and helpful! The location was perfect - close to the YMCA (daily passes available) and the park where the kids played pickup games of soccer. The house was in a quiet area with only a short walk to shops, restaurants, and the harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Great locations and nicely appointed house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful experience

This was our 10th trip to Bar Harbor and first renting a house through VRBO. It could not have gone smoother. Jacqueline was very available including unlocking our door very quickly after we all thought someone else had the key! It was nice to be able to cook in the fully functional kitchen and mix up eating out with eating “at home.” Being able to walk to everything was a huge bonus. I highly recommend Oliver Cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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