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4 bedroom beautifully decorated 'Down East ' retreat!

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A two-story house with a front porch, a flag, and a large tree.
A two-story house with a white picket fence, a front porch, and an American flag.
A white picket fence, a house with a porch, and a flag.
A two-story house with a white picket fence, surrounded by lush greenery.
A wooden deck with white railings and blue chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, beach near Hadley Point Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Garland Farm
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

4 bedroom beautifully decorated 'Down East ' retreat!

HOBO Retreat-#434334 (beautifully-decorated, well-stocked, and well-maintained weekly-rental property) – comfortably sleeps up to 8

This gorgeous, 2-story 1874 home is a perfect place to vacation, as it is strategically-located on the Island, has a large kitchen/dining area that is well-stocked, has a large yard, a wonderful back patio and also a special “picnic area” with 2 picnic tables next to the home. HOBO Retreat has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a convenient laundry room, and is well-decorated with a coastal theme throughout. We even made a special bedroom/bath with a Pirate Theme for the children! (We are child-friendly and have available 2 toddler stair gates, as well as a Pac N’Play and sturdy highchair, if needed. We apologize, but we cannot take animals, as some renters are allergic and we must respect them also.)
Our “Retreat” is located 3 miles onto Mt. Desert Island, is 4 miles to Acadia National Park entrance/Visitor Center, and is a quick 10- minute drive to reach downtown Bar Harbor (where there is shopping, eating, excursions of all kinds, Shore Path with its historic homes and plaques to provide information about the area). Our home is also readily accessible to any of the 5 Harbors located on this island, each harbor with its own “flavor” and atmosphere.
Available in HOBO Retreat, we have put together two special handouts for our guests: “Suggested Things to Do/Experience” on/off the Island, and “Recommended Eats” on/off the Island.
Please view our photographs in this listing, as they contain pictures of this property, and a variety of photos suggesting things available to experience in this beautiful area! We hope you thoroughly enjoy your time on Mt. Desert Island, as it is very special, is a place to cherish and make wonderful memories with those you enjoy and love!
(NOTE: If this rental is unavailable during your requested time frame, please check out our “HOBO Chalet-#999493”, a newly-constructed and beautiful home that also sleeps 8 comfortably. It is located toward the back of this property by the peaceful woods, insuring your privacy, and has also been loved by all who stay there!)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Check out before 9:30 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
No Pets!!!!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking on back porch only!
Our Maximum capacity 8 is STRICTLY ENFORCED

Important information

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Property # 434334vb
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

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • beach near Hadley Point Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Garland Farm - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 12 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 26 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aloha - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4 bedroom beautifully decorated 'Down East ' retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 4 bedroom beautifully decorated 'Down East ' retreat!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 4 bedroom beautifully decorated 'Down East ' retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 bedroom beautifully decorated 'Down East ' retreat!?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is 4 bedroom beautifully decorated 'Down East ' retreat! located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Garland Farm, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Atlantic Brewing Company. Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 61 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location on Mt. Desert Island less than 15 minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia with easy access to Sand Beach, Cadillac Mountain, Jordan Pond, etc. Amenities include functioning gas grill, very large backyard suitable for sports and yard games, and basketball hoop and ball. Kitchen, dining room and living room are nice, modern, and well equipped. Downstairs bathroom is nice; upstairs bathroom and 4 bedrooms are just ok. Two of the bedrooms can only be accessed by passing through another bedroom, and bathroom access from those bedrooms also requires going through one of the bedrooms. There is no central AC and only 2 of the BRs have room air conditioning, both of which are fairly loud. We had great weather so lack of AC in 2 rooms was not an issue except one night when it was pretty warm. The host is pretty “hands off “, which is ok. He didn’t respond to my VRBO messages but when I called him he picked up right away and was very helpful. Overall we (I and 4 of my grown kids) had a great time in the area and the house worked very well for us for the reasons mentioned but my rating of the house is 8/10 due to the bedroom/bathroom/AC issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

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

Family Vacation

This charming house was perfect for our family vacation. It was convenient to Bar Harbor, dining, and hiking. The house had everything we needed and more. We really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Property was very clean and well stocked. The downstairs was well laid out, but the upstairs was awkward ( having to walk through a bathroom and bedroom to access each). The location was great, near downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Bar harbor

Great property! Loved Bar Harbor and would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MJ C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to access the north attractions, Hull Cove entrance to the park and Bar Harbor itself. The house was perfect for the seven of us (adults) and was well maintained, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. Cozy, comfy and as described. The hosts had the place well stocked and accommodated us! Yard was spacious for outdoor activities as well, and Hadley Point nearby was great for nighttime fires.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

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

Hobo Retreat

Had a great time! Place was very nice. Close to everything. Communication with owner was great as well. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Wonderful Bar Harbor getaway

The unique home at 2 Hobo Lane was charming and so comfortable - lots of space for everyone and the kitchen had everything we needed to enjoy our time. The owner was responsive and helpful, and we appreciated the book of recommendations they provided! Would recommend and would book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily C.

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

Excellent location!

Lots going for this property! The location was excellent and it was very well stocked. We were a party of 7, two separate families, staying a full week and never ran out of the essentials. One thing I will say for future guests is that the layout is a challenge for two families
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hobo retreat was clean and comfortable, and a nice place for our young families to stay. Our boys especially loved the pirate room! The yard was expansive and we had beautiful weather where we could enjoy the time outside. The only thing I would comment on as a possible negative is the proximity of the home to a very busy road, as the road noise was a bit more than I expected. This impacted us minimally, however, and the fact that we were less than 15 min to downtown Bar Harbor and the Acadia Park entrance was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding location!Take advantage of the bus, they will stop right outside if you ask!The house is nice, large, and has a great lawn. However, it’s close to the road, and if does get a bit noisy. I’d also call out that, there are two bedrooms upstairs that, you have to go through one of the other two bedrooms to get either downstairs or into a bathroom. So, make sure you like everyone you’re staying with!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

william b.

My First Trip to Bar Harbor ME

The house was old and in the course of modernization, the layout was a bit strange but lovable. The upstairs should only be used by people less than 6 feet tall. The house was centrally located between Acadia Nat Park near Bar Harbor and the other 2 main harbors of NE and SW Harbor. My main gripe was that we couldn't drink the water. Maybe it said that in the ad..I didn't notice it. Again no big deal but we did have buy bottled water for coffee and taking pills (That what seniors do). I would love to go back there again and would stay in the same house but the drive is a pain.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Thank you for your review on the HoBo Retreat. We love the hear feedback form our renters so we can make improvements for future renters. The house was constructed in 1874 and there was an addition of a modern kitchen and downstairs bath completed in 2004. We have re-decorated all the rooms in the house in a coastal themes and due to the age of the original house the upstairs bedroom doors are shorter than homes of the modern age. Most people like that New England feel. I am 6'4" and I do have to watch the low doors when we are there. The home is on a filtered well system and although you can drink the water, we prefer to use bottled water for dinking and coffee. You will find the home has a very comfortable feel and we strive to make your stay enjoyable and memorable. If anyone ever has any question before or during there stay, feel free to call Bob or Heather anytime. FYI, the name HoBo Retreat derives from our first and last name initials. Heather O & Bob O.
Verified

8/10 Good

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute house with small issues

We had two families (7 ppl) staying here for a week. The house is cute, well stocked, conveniently located, and comfortable (AC is a rarity in Maine). There were 2 small issues: 1. The upstairs shower was out of service (needed a new door, not resolved during our stay). This meant 7 ppl sharing one shower which was difficult. 2. The layout is a little challenging if you have a full house. The upstairs bathroom is accessible through a bedroom. There is a second access from a staircase, but to get downstairs you have to go through the first floor bedroom (which also has no door to that stair). The whole arrangement is a bit uncomfortable and 2/4 bedrooms are effectively trapped with the only bathroom access through another bedroom. Other than the layout this is a great place to stay on island!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

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

Perfect location

This was the perfect place while visiting MDI. We were able to get to all of our places in a short amount of time which helped with our early morning activities. The home was very clean and roomy. Enjoyed sitting out on the porch after a long day of hiking. Loved all the helpful tips they provided. Offered things to do and places to eat. Our favorites were the Chart Room, Jordan’s for blueberry pancakes (to die for), and Jordan’s Pond. Must get the blueberry lemonade. The house is next to a busy highway and you can hear traffic while in the house. It didn’t disrupt our sleep however we were afraid to open the windows because of it. The house has four window ac units- living room, main floor bedroom, upstairs hallway and one in an upstairs bedroom. Two bedrooms didn’t have AC. They also provided fans. Unfortunately it still got pretty toasty and humid in the house even though the week we were there it was in the 70’s. The house also had a musty smell to it. The house was well supplied with toiletries and towels. Appreciated the W/D. Little disappointed they didn’t supply coffee (which I knew because I asked) and the fridge was empty. No condiments or anything. I would suggest to have the following make the stay just a bit more convenient: *supply coffee *beach blanket and/or chairs *cooler/ice packs (we left a cooler and 8 ice packs) *condiments *AC in every brm and more fans If heat doesn’t bother you, I would highly suggest this location. It really was a game changer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

Great home in a convenient location in Bar Harbor

Lovely home with plenty of space located just minutes from Acadia National park and downtown Bar Harbor.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlene M.

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

Seniors reunited

Former neighbors met at the Hobo Retreat for 6 days of exploring Bar Harbor and lobster eating. The kitchen is completely equipped, the 2 bathrooms gave each couple privacy and the back porch was a great place to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Great places for our family reunion

We rented both houses on hobo lane for a family reunion. Both houses were beautiful and well kept and stocked. We enjoyed making s’mores around the fire pit! The houses are located so that everything is just a short drive away. Thank you to Heather and Bob for hosting us on our first trip to Maine!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

Perfect maine cottage

Everything was perfect. Cottage was located in the perfect spot. It was clean and had a neat layout with nautical decor. I loved the raspberries around the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Excellence stay

We can’t say enough about how great our stay here was! The house was lovely and close to everything ! Very relaxing! We would love to stay again! :)
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

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

Nice clean property.

This home was very clean and very close to Acadia. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina W.

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

Hobo Retreat = Amazing!

When we walked we were just amazed at how beautiful and clean this home is. Everything that we needed was at our fingertips, and it is beyond me how anyone can have a whole house set up so perfectly. Beautifully decorated, comfortable and felt like home. The kitchen has plenty of room to cook, and the table is large enough for 6 adults and 2 young children to spend time eating and playing games. Bedrooms were comfortable and bathrooms had everything you might forget at home. I guess the only thing I’d say, and not being negative, is that with 6 adults and a 4 yr old, someone was always in the bathroom when it was needed by this 4 yr old. Good thing a potty was brought by parents. Close to Acadia, Bar Harbor and anywhere else you’d want to go. Perfect. Thanks for the perfect vacation home for our family!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

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

Great week in Bar Harbor

My family of kids and grandkids had a wonderful week at Hobo Retreat near Bar Harbor. The house was immaculately clean with great appliances and decor. Thank you for the air conditioner. When we arrived it was in the mid 90’s…can you believe that for Mt Desert Island. Main floor was very comfortable and upstairs bedrooms warm but ok for sleeping. Thank you Bob for allowing us to stay and relax in your fine house Ken Cobb
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danica T.

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

Wonderful Stay!

We were pleasantly surprised to find that many of our needs were met in this house. There plenty of towels, all of the kitchen supplies, and even some laundry detergent for use. The owners were great with communication, and very kind. The property was great. Perfect for my 2 kids and my young niece. They had plenty of room to play! The only downside was the set up of the house, in regards to getting to the upstairs. In order to get to the upstairs hallway/rooms you had to either: 1. Go up the narrow stairs and walk through the bathroom and pirate room, or 2. Walk through the downstairs bedroom to get to another set of stairs. Being that we had 2 different families staying there, no matter which way we spun it, it was going to be tricky. But we made it work! We personally enjoyed that every room had laundry baskets, dressers, hangers (in all closets), and lots of space to put all of our things. We were able to unpack everything and put it where we needed it. We loved our stay and would definitely stay again! Thanks for the great space!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saumil K.

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

Great place

Cozy place, close to road and national park. We had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

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

Perfect spot to unwind!

This is a great rental! We had booked this trip in 2020 but had to cancel due to an immunocompromised child and the pandemic. We were able to get our money back and booked the same house this year. Check in process was simple and well communicated. The house is spacious, with 1 bedroom on the main floor, three additional sleeping areas upstairs, two true bedrooms and a Pirate themed walkthrough bedroom. We had plenty of space for 4 kids ages 2-12, two parents and two grandparents. There are two bathrooms as well, one up and one down. This house was built many decades ago and shows features of the building techniques of its time, however, it has been nicely modernized and updated throughout. It does sit next to a busier road but that really didn’t bother us at all, nor the kids, as we had AC units or fans for each bedroom to help drown out any noise. The home is well stocked, has a dishwasher, washer and dryer which was very convenient, modern appliances, WiFi and a big screen TV. It is several miles to Hull’s Cove visitor’s center for Acadia National Park and about a 10 minute drive to downtown Bar Harbor. We would not hesitate to book the same house on a return visit in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcie C.

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

Cute house!

Spotlessly clean. Close to Bar Harbor’s downtown area and Acadia. Right next to a busy road so a tad noisy at night, but we were all so tired from hiking that we slept through it. Communication from owner prior to trip was A+++.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Robert Overly

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Bob & Heather from Phoenix Arizona have 6 children and 8 grandchildren. Bob is a small business owner and Heather is a physical therapist for more than 39 years. Our favorite past time is coming to Maine, hiking Acadia Park, exploring the Coast, and relaxing (and working!) on our cozy getaway home!

Why they chose this property

While vacationing here in July of 2008, Heather saw this house with a 'For Sale' sign in the front yard. Since we were both really 'taken' with this Island, we backed up, took a peek at the house, and soon after, decided to invest in a getaway so different from the Southwest. After returning home to Phoenix, we made an offer and the rest is history. We have a summer home 3013 miles door to door from our home in Phoenix, and look forward to each summer when we return to Maine!

What makes this property unique

Our home in Bar Harbor is the only place that we really feel like we are on vacation and while we are there, we stop thinking of our work and the problems of the world. It truly is a very relaxing place and you can never run out of new experiences and adventures on the Maine coast.

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