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Alfresco Patio with a Harbor View, the quintessential Maine Vacation Home

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Game room
Smart TV, fireplace, offices
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Prospect Harbor, Maine
  • Popular LocationSchoodic Peninsula10 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)42 min drive
  • Popular LocationBar Harbor Whale Watching66 min drive
  • Popular LocationVillage Green66 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Alfresco Patio with a Harbor View, the quintessential Maine Vacation Home

PRICING - All inclusive pricing makes booking your vacation easy.
One price + VRBO - AirBnB booking fee & Tax = Straightforward Reservation and No surprises

Paddle a kayak on the harbor or rent bikes to cruise to the Prospect Harbor Lighthouse. A secluded back patio invites you to unwind by the firepit after a fun-filled day. Highlights of your two-story rental include elegant design, a beautifully updated kitchen, and original New England accents.

LIVING AREA The inviting living area is outfitted with a plush sofa and two armchairs. Relax and watch favorite shows on the 47” TV. The gas fireplace creates added allure. The adjacent office area provides space to check email or write postcards.
KITCHEN & DINING Prepare authentic Maine meals in the kitchen, appointed with a full suite of stainless steel appliances. Home chefs will also appreciate the sweeping granite countertops. When you’re ready to eat, gather around the table for six in the dining area.
BED & BATH This home sleeps up to six guests in three bedrooms. Find quiet privacy in the master bedroom, furnished with a queen-size bed with hotel-quality linens. The en-suite bathroom features a luxurious clawfoot bathtub. The second bedroom holds a king-size, while the third bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed. There are two full bathrooms. One on the first floor has a tub. The second bathroom includes a walk-in shower.

OUTDOOR AREA & AMENITIES Kick back on the front patio as lobster boats pass by on the harbor across the street. The dining table seats four to afternoon snacks. A flagstone patio in the backyard offers a private paradise. Recline under the shade of the gazebo as burgers sizzle on the gas grill. On starry nights, gather around the wood-burning firepit. The front yard and backyard are both surrounded by a picket fence, allowing furry friends to play in the soft grass.

EXTRA PERKS & MORE DETAILS Complimentary Wi-Fi and a washer/dryer are provided. Parking is available for three cars in the driveway. The living room fireplace is available for your enjoyment (the fireplace in the dining area is not operational).

THE LOCATION Located across the street from the harbor, you can walk 1-minute to a serene waterside setting. Rent kayaks for an exciting aquatic adventure. Located 0.3 miles away, the Prospect Harbor Lighthouse is an iconic landmark. Explore beautiful scenery at Corea Heath, a wildlife refuge located just 2 miles from your rental. Or venture 37 miles to visit Acadia National Park.

Take the Katie Grace ferry to Bar Harbor from Winter Harbor. Located less than five minutes from the house, the ferry will take about 45 minutes and the views are spectacular. As you cross the bay, you can expect to see wildlife —possibly nesting eagles — lighthouses and mansions and watch hardworking lobstermen hauling their traps. Bring your bikes!

More about Acadia National Park : Acadia National Park is approx a 60 minute scenic drive away. Or take the ferry. Two local companies offer visitors access from Winter Harbor (the village next door) and Bar Harbor. The Bar Harbor-Winter Harbor Ferry travels between Bar Harbor and Winter Harbor. The route through spectacular Frenchman Bay passes lighthouses, mountains, mansions, and working lobstermen.
The Schoodic Ferry connects passengers, their bicycles, and leashed pets to the Bar Harbor from Winter Harbor and the Schoodic Peninsula. Relax as you cruise between Bar Harbor and Winter Harbor, unconcerned about traffic or parking during your 45-minute ferry ride.
Coastal Maine Vacations requires a rental contract to be signed at the time of booking. If you would like to see a copy in advance please contact us.

Property manager

Coastal Maine Vacations

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Harbor-View Hideaway w/ Lovely Alfresco Lounges Prospect Harbor
2871-225032

About the neighborhood

Prospect Harbor

Located in Prospect Harbor, this vacation home is by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Village Green. Wild Gardens of Acadia and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Sailing, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Schoodic Peninsula - 10 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 63 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 66 min drive
  • Village Green - 66 min drive
  • Shore Path - 67 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pickled Wrinkle - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chase's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Me & Ben's Dairy Creme - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪J.M. Gerrish Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alfresco Patio with a Harbor View, the quintessential Maine Vacation Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alfresco Patio with a Harbor View, the quintessential Maine Vacation Home?

As of Jun 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alfresco Patio with a Harbor View, the quintessential Maine Vacation Home on Jul 2, 2024 start from $748.9, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Alfresco Patio with a Harbor View, the quintessential Maine Vacation Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alfresco Patio with a Harbor View, the quintessential Maine Vacation Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Alfresco Patio with a Harbor View, the quintessential Maine Vacation Home located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Chapter Two Art Gallery and within 6 mi (10 km) of Petit Manan Point and Schoodic Peninsula. Grindstone Neck Golf Course and Bartlett Maine Estate Winery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Experience
Buying lobster at a nearby dock Trout Fishing in Acadia National Park Hiking Day Trip to New Brunswick, Canada
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with view of the harbor!
We loved our stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Julia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Retreat
We loved the views of the inlet and the cozy ambience. We also loved the firepit and fireplace. Beds were comfy. Only improvements? Adjust the smoke detectors (which went off every time we cooked bacon) and please an alternative for coffee preparation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Maine get away
Joy Cottage was perfect. Cute and charming. Every detail so well done. Appreciated the great communication before, during and after. We can’t wait to come back!! We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Stay - 2 Day
2 Couples were celebrating our 40th and 45th anniversary's with a New England fall color trip and Joy Cottage was our last stop before heading home. The house and property were beautiful with lots of character. Apparently built 100 years ago and recently updated it was a fun place. Very comfortable, clean and with all of the items needed. We did make breakfast on 2 days and 1 dinner. Having a complete set of measuring cups and spoons would be helpful - we made what was there work. Highly recommend this property and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Fall Reconnect
Four adults and 2 pups. Lovely cottage with Prospect harbor views and the sounds of lobster boats and buoy bells. Quiet street. Fenced in yard for pups (or kids) to safely play. Sizable and well-appointed kitchen. Large dining and family rooms. 3 bedrooms (2 up, 1 down). Stairs are steep with shallow treads. Not ideal for elderly or small children (imo) ... hello downstairs bedroom. Only a few miles from Schoodic section of Acadia Forest Park offering both hike and bike trails without the crowds of the Bar Harbor version.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine Vacation
We loved the property and wish we could have spent more time there. Great access to Acadia National Park, especially the Schoodic Peninsula with awesome sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renie B., DeLand, Fl USA

Liked: Cleanliness
30th Birthday celebration for our daughter
This was our first time to Maine but won’t be our last! The house is as described and pictures are right on point. It is a very unique house, a couple of neighbors gave us some history which was very interesting. Unfortunately tropical storm Lee joined us on Saturday but the house had a backup generator that was a lifesaver! We are from Fl so used to hurricanes but the generator made it easy. The stairs to the top rooms is a little steep, so just be cautious. There was plenty of room for the six of us comfortably. We also had a dog with us the whole yard is fenced in which was great. The beds were very comfortable and the house was very clean and had most everything we needed, (maybe a few more coffee mugs).This area is gorgeous! The sunset, the water view and the stars at night were beautiful. I highly recommend a visit the Schooner peninsula of Acadia, so close by and it is absolutely stunning and not crowded at all. It is about an to Bar Harbor and about an hour and 15 to the airport. I would recommend this house, thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Benjamin L.

Really Unique House
We stayed for a week at this really cool old house. SO MUCH CHARACTER! This property was really nicely updated throughout. Was also decorated really nicely to reflect the history. Fenced in yard and back patio are amazing if you have a dog. Ocean/Bay view from the shore but no ocean access which I believe is how it is listed. Floors are really cool wide old boards - some decent gaps that you really cant clean between so I am not sure I would want a toddler crawling around as much. Stairs are also super steep for little ones. We had a major ant problem in the kitchen and had to throw away a lot of food - owners notified and offered to bring a can of ant spray. Contacted the owners 3 times during the stay and they were able to respond 2 of the times.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
This place was so well thought out! Loved every minute. Felt like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shana M.

Beautiful views
Loved the relaxing location and quiet. The house itself was wonderful and full of charm. I don’t believe the sheets were cleaned as there were dead bugs, grass and stains in all three beds, but otherwise the house was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine charm
The home was charming, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a classic Maine get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Enjoyed our time at the house. Location was easily accessible to the towns and took a day trip to Acadia. Wonderful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Martin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prospect Harbor Stay
Great location and we had a very pleasant stay Found some great restaurants nearby Property well appointed but shower in downstairs bathroom was a bit challenging
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann W., Stamford, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home for family trip to Acadia National Park
This property was amazing and beautifully located. We travelled just under an hour daily to visit Acadia National Park and stopped in Bar Harbor for a stroll and ice cream after each hike. On our way back to Prospect Harbor we discovered Schoodic Peninsula. The drive along the rocky coast of the peninsula is spectacular and worth the drive. It is just a short distance from the house. After a long day and tired feet, we were so happy to return to the house for a quiet relaxing evening. Preparing dinner in a well-equipped kitchen, grilling outside, lighting the firepit and enjoying smores was a perfect end to our day. I loved this house and location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W., Quincy, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cozy cottage
Great comfy cottage looking at Prospect Harbor. Nicely appointed and decorated. Great communication throughout the entire process. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisha H., Savage, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Living at it's FINEST
It's challenging to put into words how absolutely stunning this cottage rental was. From the moment we opened the door is was breathtaking. There wasn't one single thing we didn't enjoy. To TOP IT OFF the host, Justin, went above and beyond and had the cottage decorated for my 40th birthday and gave the most generous gift basket with a $75 GC to the LOBstore, which we steamed live lobster for dinner one of our nights there. I would highly HIGHLY recommend staying Prospect Harbor at the Alfresco Patio. I wish that was my forever home!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home, perfect for family
This home had all the necessary amenities, great space and quiet neighborhood. Perfect for a family with a dog as the entire yard is fenced in. Small beach down the street which was great for searching for sea glass. Property management company was wonderful and extremely helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Gorgeous
We were on a family road trip in Maine and chose this beautiful location for 2 nights. The house was perfect for our family of 5 and my parents. Beautiful home. Beautiful yard. Beautiful views. Absolutely perfect ending to our vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine 2022
The house was lovely, clean and well appointed with the essentials needed to enjoy our stay. We enjoyed the old world charm of this quintessential New England cottage updated with all the modern amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT property, very clean, well appointed
Easiest rental ever! Great communication from owners!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Oasis
We enjoyed a wonderful 2 night stay at this location. Loved the house, great amenities. Perfect home base for outings to Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Joy Cottage vacation
The property was just as described. It was very clean, well decorated for that quaint cottage feel, well supplied with kitchen equipment and linens and had a wonderful view of the water and lobster boats.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

thomas m., Rye, NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly
Wonderful spot. My dogs had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022