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Spacious Cottage Overlooking Bass Harbor with Sweeping Front Lawn

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Bass Harbor, ME
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    2 min drive
  • Acadia National Park
    3 min drive
  • Seafood Ketch Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    26 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.

Spacious Cottage Overlooking Bass Harbor with Sweeping Front Lawn

This historic home in the center of Bass Harbor village offers a way to experience the beauty of Mount Desert Island away from the crowds and tourist buses. Come and enjoy authentic cottage living at a fraction of Bar Harbor prices. This property has a front house, Harbor View Cottage (this listing), and a back house, Bass Harbor Hideaway, which are both available for summer rentals. The houses share a very thick common wall and have separate entrances from the driveway for privacy.

Harbor View Cottage overlooks Bass Harbor, a scenic marina filled with lobster boats. The Cottage offers a view of the harbor from its lawn, living room and two of the bedrooms, including spectacular Maine sunsets.

Harbor View Cottage is spacious, sunlit and comfortable--a quiet, elegant outpost from which to enjoy all that Mt. Desert Island and Acadia have to offer. It features:

• Three bedrooms, plus a finished attic living space. The bedrooms include one with 2 twin beds, a second with 2 twin beds, and a third with 1 king-size bed. Two of the bedrooms overlook Bass Harbor. There are also 4 additional twin beds in the attic.
• There is a full bath on the second floor, and an additional shower/sink/toilet in the finished attic.
• Living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen (full-size appliances).
• Linens and towels are included.
• Washer/dryer and charcoal grill are provided.
• Expansive front yard with plenty of room for kids to run around and explore. Yard includes a fire pit for roasting marshmallows.
• 1 mile from Bass Harbor Head Light.
• 12-minute drive to the nearest Acadia National Park destinations.
• 10-minute drive to shops & restaurants of Southwest Harbor.
• Minutes to Echo Lake, hiking trails, swimming, tennis, boating, golf & fishing.
• Free island shuttle to Bar Harbor and other points of interest. Shuttle stops every hour on the hour, and picks up near the base of the driveway.
• High-speed broadband WIFI at speeds of 300 Mbps downloads / 10 Mbps uploads (typically fast enough to stream). Performance may vary based on the number of devices being used.
• Note: AT&T cell phone service works well in Bass Harbor, but Verizon and T-Mobile offer spotty service. If you have Verizon or T-Mobile, you may want to make park and other reservations ahead of time.

Got a Large Group?
The back house, "Bass Harbor Hideaway," sleeps 4-6 people. For groups of up to 16, you may want to consider renting both houses.

**We are following our routine cleanings between tenants with EPA-registered disinfectants to kill germs on high-touch surfaces such as kitchen counters, appliances, doorknobs, cabinet knobs, light switches, faucets, toilet handles and television remote controls. We also air out the house between renters.**

Keywords: #Acadia #islandliving #harborviewcottage #MtDesertIsland #MaineVacation #southwestharbor #quietside
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Acadia National Park. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Acadia National Park and a few minutes from Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Bobbie Turner

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Charcoal grills
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lifts
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Spectacular View Bass Harbor Including Amazing Sunsets House
Historic Home View Including Spectacular Sunsets House
Historic Home View Bass Harbor Including Spectacular Sunsets
Historic Home View Including Spectacular Sunsets House
Historic Home View Bass Harbor Including Spectacular Sunsets
Spectacular View Including Amazing Sunsets House
Spectacular View Including Amazing Sunsets
Spectacular View Bass Harbor Including Amazing Sunsets House
Spectacular View Including Amazing Sunsets House
Spectacular View Bass Harbor Including Amazing Sunsets
Spectacular View Including Amazing Sunsets
Spectacular View of Bass Harbor Including Amazing Sunsets

Spacious Cottage Overlooking Bass Harbor with Sweeping Front Lawn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

christopher t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Home Away
Our family has older kids that are very busy. So, we never really know how many people will go. This house is laid out such that it meets our needs no matter who shows!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, Quaint Home on Bass Harbor
We had a wonderful time staying at this property! It was clean, the kitchen was well stocked and the location was gorgeous! The owner was very communicative and wonderful to work with. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family memories
We came from CA, MO, and NE to visit a tavern that has the same name as my late husband, Peter Trout. We wanted to experience the harbor areas, and the Atlantic was right at the end of the driveway. Bass Harbor, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, Cadillac Mountain sunrise, and Southwest Harbor were all close and shopped thru. Quaint cafe's and unique eateries filled us with fabulous seafood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chandra Shekar K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home and Location
We so enjoyed our stay. We loved the quiet location of the house and the wonderful lawn in evening time looking out to the harbor. The house was great. We actually only had 7 people and there was plenty of room. The house had everything we needed. The very special aspect was that Bobbie provided recommendations of what to do and see. It was so helpful and we followed up on the recommendations daily. Thanks for the lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable cottage
Wonderful cottage and beautiful view!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin R., Tucson. AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming house in Bass Harbor
This year’s family trip was to Acadia. We found a lovely house that accommodated 5 of us in the tiny town of Bass Harbor. Local fish restaurant is directly across the street. Other amenities, grocery store, are located in Southwest Harbor just 10 minutes away and Acadia is about a 30 minute drive to Visitor Center. House is very comfortable, clean, quiet, and kitchen is well stocked. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights.
Thank you we had a wonderful stay at your home. It had everything we could ask for and we really appreciated the outdoor fire pit overlooking the bay. It was a wonderful stay and would come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Bass Harbor
Had a great stay in Bass Harbor. The house is in a great location and has plenty of space. My young kids loved it especially the attic! Recommend it if you want to stay somewhere with a true small town feel. The owner was super helpful and very responsive to messages. High marks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our first trip to Maine!
Our first trip to Maine to visit Bar Harbor and Arcadia. We found this place in Bass Harbor to be the perfect value for the size house we needed. There was a bed for every person! The drive to Arcadia and Bar Harbor wasn’t too bad and the Bass Harbor lighthouse is just up the road from this house! The sunset views from the harbor were fantastic. The house is charming and quaint and everything you would want from a New England cottage! Bobbie was super accommodating and friendly and excellent to work with. Wonderful memories were made here! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot to enjoy coastal Maine
The house and property are spacious. We were 2 adults and 3 kids. There would have been room for 5 more. The house is updated enough to make it cozy and comfortable, but they still kept the old New England charm of the place. We watched the water from the large front yard during sunsets and read books on the porch. Being in Bass Harbor instead of Bar Harbor suites us well. There were no crowds, but the house is close enough to Acadia for plenty of hiking and exploring. There is a great restaurant just across the street (Seafood Ketch) that was the best we tried. There are several other really good spots just a short drive away. I can’t think of a single thing wrong with this property. If we go back to the Acadia area, we will do our best to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
This is a great spot! Very cozy, very clean. Great views, great location. Would definitely syray again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and comfortable with view of water
Exceptionally well equipped comfy and cozy yet spacious home. Beds were great, and there were 8 singles and one king, great layout. 2.5 baths with a bathroom on all 3 levels. Airy sun room, plenty of parking. We felt at home the moment we walked in. Games and cable tv, everything in tip top shape (no missing pieces or remotes!) even found chargers and extra batteries in the desk! All-in-all a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We enjoyed our stay and appreciated the owner's help with our post-hurricane questions. They were very responsive. Great seafood restaurant just across the street (Fresh Ketch).
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great home in a beautiful place
We loved our vacation in this wonderful, spacious home. It has everything you could need and Bass Harbor and Bernard were fun areas to explore more thoroughly. We already love everything about Mount Desert from decades of visiting. Missing the sunsets and the bell buoys now. Thank you, Bobbie! We hope to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Milata A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and view
Overall, we loved the stay. Great location, loved watching fog rolling in from the living rolm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad C., New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
A beautiful location and view with plenty space. It's an older property with rustic interior and appliances but the location, charm and view are great!!! Easy to get to the park and around the island. Have stayed twice and would return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
My group of 6 friends stayed for a long weekend. The location is amazing right on the water. Bobbie was very communicative. The kitchen is nicely stocked. A small note for larger groups — there are 2 showers and the hot water seemed to run out after 3 people showered, so keep that in mind for scheduling. Overall would recommend 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Loved staying in this house! Very spacious, comfortable and clean in a quiet area located in Bass Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam P., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great visit. Comfortable lodgings
It was a great place for the three couples on vacation. We had a few issues but the owner communicated well with us to get everything resolved.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family get away
We enjoyed the Harbor View home. The house was very clean and the kitchen was well stocked. Beautiful view of the harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnathon C., Cedar Key, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home and location.
The house was large enough to accommodate my family and was stocked with essentials. The check in process had specific directions with GPS coordinates that were key to locating the home. The owners were quick responders which was nice to have for support. I cannot say enough good about the experience. The town of Tremont was exactly what you would expect in Maine, we looked at lobster boats in the harbor from the front yard. Gorgeous!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Daniel W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice smaller house
Nice smaller house to stay in. Serves its purpose well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for Acadia experience on the quieter side of the island
This was exactly as described in the listing, walking distance to a nice restaurant on the water. Driving distance to a nice town with good restaurants and about 35 minutes from Bar Harbor. Bobbie was very responsive and helpful during the process. We did unfortunately run into a lot of mosquitoes in the driveway. I advise future renters to come prepared with citronella candles and bug spray to keep them at bay. Overall we were very happy with our stay (my parents, spouse and two young children) in the area and would definitely recommend to others looking for an Acadia experience with a stay on the quieter side of the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house for a group!
This home was the perfect stay! As a large group of friends traveling there was plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen was well equipped with everything needed to cook and then some! Plenty of linens and beds were comfy. The area around the house was quiet and felt like we were locals. Easy drive to Acadia NP and Bar harbor. I would absolutely stay here again and recommend to friends and family looking to visit the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022