See all properties
Save
Entire home

Oceanfront cape on picturesque Bass Harbor with kayaks

Photo gallery for Oceanfront cape on picturesque Bass Harbor with kayaks

Exterior
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Bernard, ME
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationShip Harbor Nature Trailhead8 min drive
  • Popular LocationBass Harbor Head Lighthouse8 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)28 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.

Oceanfront cape on picturesque Bass Harbor with kayaks

Feel like you are already a guest at Home Port by watching the video located at the end of the photo gallery! Home Port is a charming oceanfront New England farmhouse located on Bass Harbor on Mount Desert Island, home of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Home Port accommodates 6 in three bedrooms with 2 baths.It has a newly updated modern kitchen, and air conditioning. The quaint fishing harbor and mountains of Acadia is the view from the deck of this comfortable home. A dock and deep water mooring can be made available and we do provide a row boat for our tenants use. Kayaks are also available on the dock. For directions the physical address is 22 Columbia Ave, Bernard 04612.


Biking, beaching, hiking, canoeing, kayaking,fishing right at your doorstep as well many other areas on Mount Desert Island. Whale watching from Bar Harbor just 20 minutes away. The stars from Cadillac is a must see. Fine dining is in all of our villages, SW Harbor, Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor and Tremont.. Shopping in T Shirt Shops or for designer brands are available. The Gilley Museum of bird carving is located in SW Harbor. The Abbe is in Bar Harbor and there are several others to explore. Art fairs and musical groups are always available for your enjoyment.
The recreational, cultural, and dining offerings in this area are phenomenal. Acadia National Park is at your fingertips. and there is a FREE bus transportation system!

The Park has nearly 32,000 acres of land which offers unequaled beauty and ocean front access. Over 55 miles of carriage trails provide hiking and biking with vistas of unrivaled beauty.

Property manager

Stacy Just

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed inside the buildings.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Similar properties

Exterior
Sunlit cape on beautiful Bass Harbor close to Acadia National Park
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (40)
The price is $400
$496 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Sunlit cape on beautiful Bass Harbor close to Acadia National Park

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Waterfront Home MDI Acadia National Park Bar Harbor House
Waterfront Home MDI Acadia National Park Bar Harbor Bernard
Waterfront Home MDI Acadia National Park Bar Harbor House
Waterfront Home MDI Acadia National Park Bar Harbor Bernard
Waterfront Home Bass Harbor Acadia National Park Bar Harbor
Waterfront Home Bass Harbor Acadia National Park Bar Harbor
Waterfront Home on MDI Near Acadia National Park Bar Harbor
Waterfront Home on MDI Near Acadia National Park Bar Harbor
Waterfront Home on MDI Near Acadia National Park Bar Harbor

About the neighborhood

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Traveling with kids? Consider George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and Naturalist's Notebook. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Visit our Bass Harbor travel guideOpens in a new window
View more Vacation Homes in Bass HarborOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 8 min drive
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive
  • Echo Lake Beach - 13 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tan Turtle Tavern - 29 min drive
  • Beal's Lobster Pier - 10 min drive
  • Thurston's Lobster Pound - 6 min walk
  • Colonel's Restaurant - 27 min drive
  • Hansen's Outpost - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront cape on picturesque Bass Harbor with kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront cape on picturesque Bass Harbor with kayaks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront cape on picturesque Bass Harbor with kayaks?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront cape on picturesque Bass Harbor with kayaks located?

This family-friendly Bass Harbor vacation home is located on the waterfront, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Acadia National Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Seal Cove Pond. Wendell Gilley Museum and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 71 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 71 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
House was excellent and the owners where easy to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Side Gem
The property is lovely, with a bright deck overlooking a small fishing harbor. This perfectly equipped and spotless home hosted our quintessential Maine experience. The location is quiet, yet it's easy to access Acadia and Bar Harbor. We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Ideal Acadia Getaway
The harbor was such an unbelievable setting to take in from the back deck, especially at sunset. A five-minute walk to Thurston's made dinners very easy. We ate there every night. There are plenty of great hikes and sights to take in that are a 10-15 minute drive away and your main Bar Harbor and Acadia attractions are only 30 min away. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Nice!
This property is situated on a quiet, working harbor in coastal Maine. The lobster boats, pleasure vessels and other boats are fun to watch. This property is very quiet and it is still close to the charming downtown of Southwest Harbor, and still a short drive to the attractions of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. You will like the house and the location. We certainly did!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We loved this cute house!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine Stay
This place was amazing. We had the best time even with the storm. The house and lovation were perfect. Would definitely reccomend to anyone and with come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home and Location!
We had such an amazing time, staying at Homeport. It had everything needed to make our stay on the quiet side so peaceful and serene! Loved sitting on the deck and gazing at the harbor — so relaxing and such a wonderful getaway for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week Vacation in Bass Harbor
The family had a wonderful time staying at Bass Harbor and the house was exactly as listed / expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The property was amazing. House was great, perfect for the family and the view of harbor was like picture post card! Love everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Accommodations!
This property is clean, laid out well, and well managed. And in a great location! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc R., Amherst, NH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Another excellent stay.
Great house on the quiet side of the Quiet Side of MDI. Second year staying here and just as great as last year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bass Harbor
Great, comfortable home and super clean. Everything is included, even kayaks and a rowboat. Harbor view is lovely whether rain or shine! Food is only thing you need to bring or buy (grocery and restaurant options in the immediate vicinity are very limited so I'd have grocery shopped ahead of stay had I been more aware of that!)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the Photos
The house was nicer than the photos showed. The owners should update with photos of current furnishings and finishes, which were better than the online images. A great house!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House
House was perfectly located on the harbor with an awesome classic Maine fishing view complete with lobsters available under the dock! The house had been renovated, is modern and beautifully decorated. The kayaks and row boat were fun to have at our disposal. Will definitely stay here for our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to bar harbor and acadia
Comfortable house with nice deck overlooking bass harbor for coffee in morning or cocktails before dinner. Good restaurants close by. Great binder with suggested hikes and tours and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mildred C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic Maine
Wonderful quiet location with beautiful harbor view. Immaculate house and lawn. Great deck for relaxing. Near to Acadia but away from crowds. Recommend Bass Harbor nature boat cruise for best view of Bass Harbor Lighthouse. Bought big lobsters from the working boat right off our dock--so delicious! Wonderful family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic time at a great property!
Wonderful property right on the water. Away from the crowds but close to all of the attractions. Extremely clean and great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc R., Amherst, NH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay on the Quietside’s quiet side.
The cottage was absolutely spotless and super comfortable. Very nice to have a garage for bikes and all that stuff. The location is removed from many of the big Acadia sights but we love that. Plenty to bike to (or walk to) and all so gorgeous. Loved having access to the rowboat. We did not kayak. The WiFi was on the fritz most of our stay (lightening strike prior to our arrival) but fixed by Friday. The kids had to bike to the library for WiFi until then which wasn’t the worst thing. So great, we’ve already rebooked for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Narith

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I loved the peace and serenity of the property. It truly felt like home away from home. We didn't get to stay very long but the two days that we spent there we took advantage of the kayaks and rowboat available for our use. We prepared live lobsters and ate them gleefully. In the future, it would be good to have tools to crack the lobsters. The owner came to check on us to make sure the temperature of the house was comfortable. Unfortunately, there was a storm that wiped out the wifi so we were unable to get access to internet unless you had a mobile hot spot. The library nearby was closed on Fridays so we went 10 min into town and found another library which was accommodating. Overall, minus the lack of wifi, I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kalina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Maine Cottage
Our family enjoyed a relaxing and fun week at Home Port! The location by Bass Harbor was beautiful, and the cottage was clean, comfortable and had all the essentials we needed. We liked that the harbor waters were calm to kayak and the lobster pound restaurant was only a 5 minute walk away! We explored the lovely town of Southwest Harbor and Acadia, but just staying at the cottage was a vacation in itself! Thank you to the very responsive hosts for a delightful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental. Beautiful, clean, highly recommend
The house was great and I would highly recommend. It was clean, plenty of towels, blankets, pillows and linens. Beds were comfortable. The house has been updated so some listing pics don't match. (Watch the video). Upgrades are beautiful. The house is in a quiet area. The back deck is beautiful with lots of seating. We enjoyed watching the sunrise/set and all the boats come and go. We used the kayaks and row boat which were a nice bonus to explore the area. The kids had fun searching for things during low tide. They had a lobster boat at the end of the dock and we were able to get some freshly hauled lobster for dinner one night. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to prepare a meal- including a lobster dinner. There is even a pancake grill. We did plan to use.the BBQ one night but the grill looked rusty. The one thing I might recommend replacing. It appears others may have grilled on foil. Bring a grill sheet if you plan to BBQ but for the one meal we used the inside George Forman style grill we found. There is an AC unit but not sure it's placement cools off the bedrooms. The first night it was hot and humid upstairs so I was a bit concerned. It ended up cooling off and there is a nice breeze at night and ceiling fans in all the bedrooms so it ended up not being an issue. Not sure how it would have been if it did remain hot. The sun comes up early and bright, shining right into the bedroom window in the morning. Woke us up at 5am a few days Definitely could use some black out curtains for the bedroom if you plan to sleep in. The bonus of being up early each day was having your coffee on the back deck watching the sun rise, glistening of the sun off the water and the fishermen come and go. The house was about 30 minutes to most parks and Bar Harbor. Would definitely recommend this house if you are looking for a quieter less busy section
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We enjoyed our week at Homeport. The house is great and Stacy was responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janis A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location & Cottage
Our return visit to Homeport did not disappoint! Comfortable & clean with spectacular water view of boats & shoreline. Only recommendation it’s time to replace & add to plates & cups!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and convenient
Homeport was a nice find. Very accurate description on listing. Away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to restaurants, groceries, shops, and hiking. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable
This house was the perfect place to spend a relaxing weekend. Having never been to Maine before yet alone MDI we found the distance into Bar Harbor/Acadia a bit further than we would’ve liked. It was about a 30-35 min trip one way. As we are people who like to be adventurous it made it a bit of a challenge but overall doable. The neighboring restaurant Thurstons was amazing. You could walk there from the house. The deck views are so gorgeous. Every morning the sunrises were spectacular. The house is immaculate and it offers lots of space. Any family would truly enjoy this home. Thanks for opening your home to us. It was the perfect Memorial weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022