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See Maine in the fall – stunning! Private oceanfront retreat, Acadia, Sleeps 12

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Property grounds
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5 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Smart TV, books
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park2 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center15 min drive
  • Popular LocationVillage Green16 min drive
  • AirportAugusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)117 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

See Maine in the fall – stunning! Private oceanfront retreat, Acadia, Sleeps 12

Room for the who;e family and pets right on the ocean!

5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 2 full kitchens, 2 living rooms, sun room and a family room on 3 private acres. Rolling lawn to the ocean with a firepit. Next door to Mount Desert Oceanarium, Acadia, mini golf and great for family gatherings!

The house is very private, on a 3 acre wooded lot with a rolling field in the back to the shore of Thomas Bay. It is set off the road, with a circular driveway and is private, even though it is located on the main road leading to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Hulls Cove ntrance to Acadia National park is Downtown Bar Harbor is 10 min away. Downtown Bar Harbor 15 min away.

Mount Desert Oceanarium Oceanarium, lobster hatchery and lobster museum are just nex driveway. The bay is full with wildlife.

The main house has 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. The Master bedroom offers a king bed, ensuite bath and private deck overlooking the ocean.

The main floor is home to a large kitchen, dining room, breakfast nook with a separate table abd a couch, living room, a separate very large family room and a bathroom.

Second floor has a large master bedroom with a king size bed, en-suite bath and a balcony facing the ocean, 3 additional bedrooms - 2 bedrooms have 2 twin beds each, one bedroom with bunk beds and a trundle, and an additional bathroom.

For a couple that wants complete privacy while still being part of the family - there is an additional in-law apartment to the home with a private entrance. That apartment has a bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and living room.

For your outdoor spaces, large custom built deck, a fully screened in sun room both of which face the Bay, a 2 car garage, large rolling lawn. 2 Hammocks in the woods near the water.

The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes and utensisls, has a dishwasher, refrigeretor and a stove.
For outdoor cooking there is an outside grill. There is also a fire pit for guests' use.

Family room has cable TV, books and board games.

Finished basement has washer and dryer.

Please note that this is a pet friendly accomodations in case you or your family have pet allergies.

With 300’ of ocean frontage, you will have the opportunity to spot many local birds of Downeast – puffins, loons, gulls and herons. Or perhaps you’ll experience the sighting of our nations symbol - the Bald Eagle – right here in Maine! Relax on the hammock and listen to the calls of nature, curl up with a good book or take a nap as you sway in the soft breezes rolling off the bay.

Property manager

Matt

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Wild Acadia Fun Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 15 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 16 min drive
  • Village Green - 16 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - 8 min drive
  • Shell - 8 min drive
  • Mainely Meat Bar-B-Que Dreamwood Hill - 8 min drive
  • The Chart Room - 10 min drive
  • Lunt's Lobster Pound - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is See Maine in the fall – stunning! Private oceanfront retreat, Acadia, Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

Where is See Maine in the fall – stunning! Private oceanfront retreat, Acadia, Sleeps 12 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Thompson Island Information Center and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Acadia National Park. Atlantic Brewing Company and Garland Farm are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The house was fine. The price was good compared to others but dont expect luxury. There were no dishtowels so we had to buy some. There wasnt enough toilet paper to last the week. There was no shampoo. The pots and pans were old and not good quality but other than that the location was excellent. Lots of things to do nearby. Mosquitos were bad at the water so we stayed up near the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

M C., Matawan, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded house with a beautiful view!
House is spacious with large yard which was perfect for our family getaway. The main house and the in law suite gave everyone their own space and their own bathrooms. It is close to the main entrance to Acadia and many places to eat including Trenton Bridge and Bar Harbor Lobster Pound. We rented paddleboards and were able to launch them right from the yard at high tide. Also loved watching the Osprey nest on the little island across from the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for large families!!!
We loved staying here! The setting feels secluded and has a lovely view of the water yet the location is perfect. It's equidistant to Bar Harbor, Echo Lake, and Ellsworth. We liked that location instead of the crowds and traffic in Bar Harbor. The house is really big with lots of communal spaces and big kitchen. It was nice having the garage since it was raining on the day we arrived -- made unloading the cars very easy. The hosts were great and very quick to respond to our questions. Will definitely look to stay here again next time we get the family together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JULIA G.

Had a great vacation
I was pleased overall with our stay, I would like to make a suggestion. I think cleaning could be better we found a lot of dust in areas and some things a little dirty. I totally understand the turn over time is crazy, but I feel a little more attention to detail was needed when cleaning. Also maybe some updating would be nice. More towel racks in bathrooms, new couch (present one was very stained),maybe a little something every year . All in all your location is spot on and we had a great family stay, would totally book again. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Close to Bar Harbor & Acadia NP entrance & to grocery shopping back across bridge. Enjoyed fire pit. Older house that has some minor maintenance issues but we did not go to Acadia area to sit in the house. Had 6 in our party & ample room for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shallon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a large family
The property is beautiful! There is plenty of room both inside and out for all ages and lots of room for kids to play.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

t j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family house!
This was our second year at the house. The location was wonderful even for a foggy rainy week. The only 2 issues were lack of screens for the windows and another room with beds larger than twins would be nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trey R., Lansing, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
We had an amazing experience and this property definitely contributed to that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We all enjoyed our stay at this property. Great location, great view of the water, great spacious house for our entire family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for families and friends
We truly enjoyed the Thomas Bay Retreat house. 2 families (4 adults, 3 teens, and a doggo) stayed very comfortably. House was clean, well maintained, and the location was great. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Valerie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
My family and I stayed at this house and absolutely loved the location! The back yard is perfect for kids, dogs, and people who love a beautiful view. The house was a great space for what we needed after long hiking days. There were many holes/tears in the screens on doors and windows that did let in a lot of mosquitoes. Some of the windows didn't have any screens at all in the in-law suite, which got very hot. All appliances worked nicely. It was perfect distance from Acadia and we had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H., Lothian, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Large house in a great location
This house fit our family well - there were lots of bedrooms and bathrooms for our 3 adult children, their 2 spouses, 3 grandchildren, and us. There are 4 good common area spaces, a nicely sized dining room table, a well-equipped kitchen, and a 2-car garage. The location is good for driving to all the Bar Harbour and Acadia National Park sights. The weather was hot for some of the days, so the two window air conditioners ran constantly and struggled to keep the upstairs rooms cool. There were lots of mosquitoes out in the yard, but they were not tool bad up on the deck. Overall, the house met our needs well and we had a great time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Liam O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot for Families
This was an ideal spot for us to explore MDI from. The access to Thomas Bay was really cool, the kids loved exploring on a kayak at high tide and getting muddy at low tide. The house was great, not fancy, but exactly what we needed. The bugs were hungry as always— it was Maine in the summer after all. Thankfully, the fire pit and bug spray helped keep them mostly at bay. Had an issue with the keypad and the property manager responded quickly. We spent most of our time out and about but this was a great base of operations for us. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherman John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine Family Vacation
Great location for seeing Bar Harbor and Acadia. NP. It served our family of 11 well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

t j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation spot
2 families and our dog stayed for a week. We had plenty of room. We loved the location especially kayaking and fishing right from the back yard! We had no issues requiring the involvement of the property manager and check in was so easy! The only constructive criticism was that the kitchen could have more pots and pans as well as tools, Luke a vegetable peeler and lobster crackers. We will stay here again on our next trip to Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot
Could sit and watch the water all day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Sandy C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bar. Harbor stay
The stove did not work so we were unable to cook in the main kitchen. The location and grounds were nice. All of the beds squeeked! The towels for showers were small and poor quality.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Kathe K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location, Disappointing House
The location and property of this home were perfect! Sadly, the home is not. It is extremely dated and EXTREMELY dirty. Your 'Cleaning Service' really needs to be looked into. We literally drew and 'x' in the dirt in the toilet. Everything was sticky and needed a really good scrubbing. The owner was very responsive during the booking period. As soon as we got there, nothing. They must have had a flood in the basement, it was soaking wet with NO LIGHTS AT ALL. I left a phone message with the owner, no response, at all. We packed based on being able to do laundry and we could not because of the wet and dark conditions. We made the most of it because the view from the back deck, nightly fires and location were great! PS-Perhaps you should notify your tenants about pest control doing a treatment during their visit. We were told the renters last month had no idea that they were coming either. We turned them away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Ron S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very nice property
The property is very nice. The size was perfect for our group of 10. There was lots of room to move around and we were all able to sit together very comfortably for meals in the spacious dining room. There were several different rooms that allowed us to spread out as much as we wanted and the screened-in porch and deck were great. This review would have been excellent overall were it not for some housekeeping-related issues which have been detailed in a message to the property owner and the inconsistency of the hot water. The temperature fluctuated very widely. If the housekeeping issues are addressed this will be a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thomas Bay Retreat
Perfect for larger groups. House has everything we needed. Suggestion One: more towels would be great. Suggestion Two: outdoor lights both front and back did not work. Really dangerous out back at night. Strongly suggest those be repaired.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lewis R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
This property was amazing! Everything is as described. The dogs loved the yard! The location is great to access both sides of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Victor A., Wallingford

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Thomas Bay Family Retreat
A beautiful property that was quiet and pet friendly. This beautiful, spacious, and clean house has everything you could possibly need while staying in bar Harbor. It's well off the beaten path, but still close to civilization for groceries/supplies. Easy access to the water on a short walk, and a nearby beach great for exploring and beachcombing. It's short trip out to beautiful Acadia and other area attractions. The kitchen is well stocked and the grill outside is great too. We enjoyed relaxing campfires after exploring at the end of the day and then quiet time with a movie before before bed. This house was perfect for all ages. The owner, was excellent about answering all of our questions and accommodating our needs. This was a lovely getaway spot that we will highly recommend to friends and family. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

james g.

Great Vacation
This house was so perfect for our group. I would recommend this house for big groups or for large families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Stephanie R.

Great Bay front property!
The location and property are what we loved most about this property. We brought our kayaks and were able to kayak and fish the bay whenever tides allowed. We had 5 children, the privacy of the yard was wonderful for them to run around. The house was good for a lot of people!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roberta C., Rocky River, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful for families
This house is perfect for families and pets. The yard is amazing, the home is comfortable, and the view is outstanding. Close to Acadia and downtown Bar Harbor for our daily excursions. Nice grill and fire pit out back for dinner and s’mores! I would definitely be interested in renting this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020