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Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a bar area with stools.
A rocking chair in a corner with a view of a house through a window.
A dining room with a wooden table, black chairs, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a rug.
A cozy porch with a wooden bench, a wicker basket, and a rustic bucket.
A two-story house with a green exterior, white trim, and a front porch with a staircase.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
This vacation home offers space for 6 guests with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features a patio and deck, ideal for outdoor relaxation. Guests can enjoy nearby kayaking, game walks, and mountain biking, while golf and marina activities are also available. Explore the West Street Historic District and Criterion Theater in the village.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • 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
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, West Street Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Large Front Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Small Front Bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location

Welcome to Moose Manor Bar Harbor. This is our home, and we would love to share it with you! Located on Federal Street, Moose Manor Bar Harbor is a 1904 New England-style house with all the upgrades and conveniences of modern living. Freshly painted throughout with exquisite, fully-equipped designer kitchen and a fully updated bath. All the comforts of home in one perfect location, walking distance to everything.

There are 3 bedrooms which comfortably sleep 6. One bedroom has a queen bed, the second has one full and twin bed, and the third has a twin. There is one bathroom (with a wonderful claw-foot tub!) on the second floor. Each bedroom includes wall mirrors to reduce demand for bathroom mirror time. Master bedroom includes a dressing table with light/mirror. All bedrooms have abundant sunshine and ocean breezes.

The front of the house features a wonderful enclosed porch with a bistro table/chairs, rocker and futon. Perfect for morning coffee or an afternoon nap. The soft sound of local seagulls is often present.

In the back of the house, just off the kitchen, you'll find a small wood deck with a Weber grill and chairs to enjoy the cool afternoon breeze while your steak is grilling.

The kitchen has everything you'll need if you choose to prepare some of your own meals during your stay, including some basic pantry items for your use. Top-of-the-line small appliances (including Bunn AND Keurig coffee makers!) are available as well. Other items include Belgian waffle maker, 4 slice toaster, blender, food-processor, Crock Pot, pots/pans and bake-ware as well as an OVER-SIZED lobster pot for boiling your own 'catch' right at home! Easy instructions provided.

Although you'll probably want to get out and enjoy all that Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park has to offer, the home is also supplied with 'rainy day items' should you choose to stay indoors. 32' LCD TV, and a wide selection of books and games are available for your enjoyment.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Graco Pack N' Play available.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

No Pets Allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

SMOKING NOT ALLOWED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES

Hoverboards, due to the risk of battery FIRE, are not allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VR2R26-010
Property # 565597vb
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

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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum 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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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • West Street Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Criterion Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shore Path - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Harbor Beer Works - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location on 16 May 2027 start from NZ$3,800, 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 Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location located?

Situated in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of West Street Historic District and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 173 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
Great location! Walk to waterfront, restaurants, grocery store, and tours.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2026
Wonderful! So happy that you had a pleasant stay. Please come back again. Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house with authentic feel, well equipped kitchen, perfect in town location and very clean. Loved every minute of it. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2026
So very nice to hear, and thank you so much for sharing. You were wonderful guests and we really look forward to having you back again. Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great old house. Had everything we needed and Paul was a great and proactive host. Exceeded expectations all around. Location was perfect.... right in the mix of everything Bar Harbor, but set off on a quieter street. Short drive (or longer walk) to Acadia... but so is really everything in Bar Harbor. If we go back to the area, we'll 100% try to rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2026
So nice to hear! Thank you so much for sharing. I do my best to provide you the information and service that you deserve. We want you to have wonderful memories to reflect on for many years to come and we look forward to hosting you once again. Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The house was perfectly clean, the kitchen had everything that we needed (we cooked a few dinners in), and really great communication with the host, from making the reservation onward. Nice to be on a quiet street but so close to the waterfront, shops, and restaurants AND with parking!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2026
Thank you so much for sharing. So happy that you had a comfortable stay. Please come back again! Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moose Manor was just lovely. It was clean, comfortable, and big enough for two adults and two teenage boys. We used the full size kitchen to cook breakfast nearly every day. Host was great with clear and prompt communication. Everything with this rental went smoothly and everything was in good working order. The location was amazing - quick walk to all the shops, restaurants, and even the low tide hike out to Bar Harbor Island. It’s about a 10 min drive to Acadia NP (focus of our visit). We loved the town of Bar Harbor, every single restaurant was good. Fave restaurant was Stewmans and fave shop is the Mad Little Shop. We spent our days in Acadia and our nights eating in Bar Harbor. Great rental and a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thank you. We're glad you took advantage of using the kitchen for breakfast. Saves you a small fortune! Yes, we're fortunate to be in a nice location and sounds like you really enjoyed it. We look forward to hosting you again. Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paul was an excellent host. He contacted us weeks before our trip with suggestions on what to do in Bar Harbor and touched base with us once we got there to make sure we had everything we needed. The house itself is in a great location. We walked everywhere. We only had to use our car to go into the park. The house had everything we needed, even the tools and instructions to boil a lobster! We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
Thank you so much for sharing and I'm really pleased that you took advantage of cooking lobster during your stay. It was easy wasn't it? You were wonderful guests. Please come back again. Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you Lisa. We're so please that you had a wonderful stay and look forward to having you back again. Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thank you Kassie for your review. It was a pleasure to have you as our guests. Please come back again! Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to walk to everything in Bar Harbor
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you Doug. We loved having you as our guests. Please come back again. Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

We had an excellent stay in Joy and Paul’s beautiful home and dearly recommend for anyone whom wants to enjoy both the town and Acadia!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2024
It was great to have you stay Thomas. Please come back again. You were wonderful guests! Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly located near town, within walking distance to everything in Bar Harbor. Off street parking means you never have to worry about a spot. Very comfortable home, with everything you need to relax, whether you want to dine in town or cook in.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2025
Thank you Paul. I'm pleased that our home helped make your visit a comfortable one. You were truly wonderful guests and would love to have you back again. Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Overall great property, short walk to anywhere in town and easy driving access to park entrance.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2020
Thank you Brian for selecting our home for your vacation stay. It was a pleasure to have you. Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bar Harbor

Perfect place in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2024
Thank you Gus for choosing. Moose Manor for your stay. We really enjoyed having you. Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extremely convenient location

Extremely good location in Bar Harbor- wonderful to be a short walk to anywhere in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2023
Yes, we're fortunate to be in such a wonderful location. Have terrific Autumn Stephen and we look forward to your return to Moose Manor again some day. Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

Bar Harbor is a special place and Moose Manor was very comfortable and well located. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend. Our host was extreme helpful throughout the stay with recommendations for anything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
It's my pleasure, Phoebe, to provide whatever help I can to make your stay a good one. Please keep Moose Manor in mind should your travels bring you back this way again. Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and caring host

Would definitely stay here again. We have been to Bar Harbor 7 times and this was the best location. House is very accommodating and host is great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2022
So very glad to hear Dawn. I'm happy that our home made your stay a special one. Hope to see you again! Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moose Manor was the perfect home base for our family to explore Acadia National Park. The home was immaculate, comfortable and had everything we needed. We loved being able to walk into town and to the waterfront with ease without worrying about parking. We are already dreaming about our return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words and the enthusiasm. We look forward to your return in the future. The "Moose" welcomes you with open arms! Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful in Bar Harbor

Beautifully updated home in great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay Steve. Please come back again! Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Moose Manor was perfect for our family

Wonderful time! Moose Manor was a perfect house for our vacation. Great location. Owners were great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Great to hear Cortney. It was our pleasure to have you stay. Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family hiking vacation

Was extremely clean, and very convenient to the downtown shopping, restaurants and mostly the beautiful harbor area. The host was amazing with information on what to do, best places to eat and see .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2022
So nice to hear Patsy. Thank you for sharing. Please keep Moose Manor in mind should your travels bring you back this way again. It really was a pleasure to have you as our guests. Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful house, exceptionally clean and organized. The house location is perfect distance to Bar Harbor marina, food and drinks, shopping etc… Driveway parks 2 vehicles and with it being only a 5 minute drive to Acadia was a huge plus. Highly recommend, the location made our stay our #1 trip !! 5- all the way!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2025
Love the enthusiasm and so happy that we made your stay a pleasant one! Have a wonderful Autumn and we look forward to having you stay once again. Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

This house had everything we needed in a very convenient location, walking distance to grocery, restaurants, village green for bus, shopping, etc
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2022
Thank you Kay. I enjoyed the feedback you shared during your stay. Have a wonderful Autumn and hope to see you again! Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time and location in Bar Harbor!

Great walking distance to downtown and grocery store. Owner accessible for any questions arising during the stay. Cozy and clean. Will stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2020
We look forward to you staying at Moose Manor again Melanie. It was wonderful having your family as our guests this season. Paul & Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We really enjoyed our week at Moose Manor. We found the house to be very clean, comfortable, and cozy. We also loved the tree lined street of its location, and the close proximity of the shops and restaurants of Bar Harbor. We would definitely stay at this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2020
Thank you Craig. We're so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Please come again. You were wonderful guests. Paul and Joy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Bar Harbor location and extremely helpful host

Location is about as convenient as you can get for Bar Harbor. The house was perfect for our family of four. Paul was a wonderful host whose suggestions on activities and restaurants ended up being our favorite parts of the trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2024
My pleasure John, to provide you with whatever information I can to help make your vacation a pleasant one. Love your enthusiasm! Please come back again as you were wonderful guests. Paul & Joy

About the host

Hosted by Paul Strathman

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We are Paul and Joy Strathman and we had lived in the Midwest for the past 25 years. It all began when we took a trip to Maine, simply because we'd never been there before.

Since then, we've been back to various parts of Coastal Maine every year and while we enjoy all the towns we've visited, we have fallen hopelessly in love with Bar Harbor. As so often happens when one visits a very special place, one's mind wanders into the possibilities of someday living there.

Moose Manor Bar Harbor is truly a dream come true. This 1904 New England-style residence is perfectly located right in town; walking distance to everything. We have filled Moose Manor Bar Harbor with things we love and have included all the comforts that we enjoy when we are there. We hope that you will enjoy our very special home and likewise fall in love with Bar Harbor.

What makes this property unique

While on one of our early visits to Bar Harbor, we went for a walk. As we passed by this house, my wife said, 'Paul, please buy me that porch!' We both chuckled and continued our walk. Little did we know that we would not only someday buy the porch, but the wonderful home which sits behind it as well!

This inviting home has been lovingly cared for by each owner since the house was built in 1904. We are only the 4th family to own this property. The warmth and charm of Moose Manor Bar Harbor is captivating and it's fabulous location cannot be beat!

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