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the Cape Lookout at Shore Haven, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps 8, maybe 9

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Garland Farm
    12 min walk
  • Acadia National Park
    8 min drive
  • Hulls Cove Visitor Center
    9 min drive
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    11 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.

the Cape Lookout at Shore Haven, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps 8, maybe 9

the Cape Lookout at Shore Haven affords elevated views of Frenchman Bay. Situated on Shore Haven's 7 acres and 650 feet of shore front, its natural, forested surroundings assure tranquility and privacy. You'll see eagles. You'll be serenaded by wood thrushes. You'll hear the calls of loons in season. The Cape Lookout is a well appointed, comfy cape style home with living space on three levels. It is 1,400 sq ft on the ground and upstairs levels with another 320 sq ft in the finished, fully appointed walkout basement. The year round porch has oversized windows overlooking the bay and it has a dining area as well as a sitting are that leads to the deck. The spacious deck overlooks the bay and the fire pit, with seating for eight, and the winding path to the shore front bluff. It is recently updated. It is fully equipped and well appointed. A large bedroom with a queen bed is located on the ground floor. There are two large bedrooms with queen beds upstairs, one of the bedrooms also has a twin. 5 skylights and 2 large windows in the gable ends. The 320 sq ft master suite is located in the walkout basement with its own bath. Both full baths (one with a shower and a tub, the other with with a shower only) are newly remodeled. The kitchen is brand new and fully equipped for any kind of cooking you like. The large living room with fire place is very comfortable for sitting and reading, or conversation. Throughout the Cape Lookout, you'll find original artwork by Maine artists, antiques, and Wabanaki artifacts.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Garland Farm. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 8 minutes by car from Acadia National Park and 13 minutes from Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Peter Miano

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grills
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Ice skating 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

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

Policies

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
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 are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: There is a $150 pet cleaning fee per pet.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

the Cape Lookout at Shore Haven, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps 8, maybe 9 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anton G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home away from home
Very clean and well stocked kitchen. Great location to near by attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

J Kevin & Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall time get away
We had a wonderful time at Cape Lookout…. very quiet, relaxing and secluded….yet nicely located for easy access to all that the Bar Harbor area has to offer….
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would recommend
Stayed with our kids ages 3-17. Very clean - which is a big one for me. Well equipped kitchen. Location was good. Very accessible to the main Acadia entrance, and the owner's book gives other suggestions of places to explore and restaurant suggestions as well. No a/c, which I think is pretty typical, but plenty of fans in the house. I would recommend this property and stay in it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific vacation
Cape Lookout is a lovely property -- well located, spacious, and well stocked. Peter was a terrific communicator throughout the booking process and during our stay. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peg P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia 2023
Lovely property! Close to everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bob B.
Cape Lookout is fantastic. Location is superb and the owner was more than accommodating. We had a large family group in and out all day. The beach was fantastic and the proximity to Bar Harbor, restaurants, min-golf, etc. could not be better. Simply a great experience--highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most peaceful porch on the planet
Loved this little chalet. Had everything we needed and the communication with Peter was excellent. Can’t believe all the mussels we collected right off our beach - what a feast! We had two bald eagles as neighbors that were around regularly. It was perfect to rent with The Overlook up the way, and it was safe and close enough that my little nieces could come down to visit on their own. My teenage daughter also asked me to mention the fuzzy blankets, the fans and heaters, and that the toilet paper was excellent. 😊 We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis P., Sandy Hook, ct

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home
Great location. Everything we needed was provided plus some very fun treats like the espresso machine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Robin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beware of the Basement!
The Cape Lookout home was perfect, and we enjoyed our stay EXCEPT for the basement! The basement is where the 4th bedroom and 2nd bathroom are located and there is a severe mildew/mold problem that needs to be addressed professionally. Air fresheners are not the answer. We shared our concerns with Peter immediately and continued to communicate with him daily and he claimed that he could never smell the odor and the previous guests did not mention anything. He came into the home several times during the week to inspect the basement, but he claimed to never be able to smell anything but the air freshener. On Thursday, I started to wonder if Peter was being disingenuous with us. And sure enough I found a review on the “other rental website” from November 2022 complaining of the same mold odor. At this point I knew he was a dishonest person and I stopped communicating with him, he obviously didn’t care. What he does care about is reviews because low and behold on Friday Peter sent a text stating that “he thought something might be wrong with his sense of smell” and “he would be the next person staying there and he could take a closer look”. Peter, you should educate yourself on the dangers of mildew! Mildew is a type of mold that can cause health issues, especially for those with allergies or respiratory problems.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Serene
House was very comfortable, and well-supplied. The property was serene and private; we never saw any other people, just the white-tailed deer. Excellent kitchen, and plenty of room for everyone inside and outside (deck, fire pit) the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of heaven while close to everything!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay from the amazing waterviews and private location to the access to Acadia and downtown within a short 10 minute drive. The owner checked in with us upon arrival to ensure that we had everything we needed. The house was fully appointed with a well stocked kitchen(utensils, appliances, cookware and more). We would definitely stay here again with our adult children. Thank you for this fantastic listing (even better than the current photos depict).
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice cottage.
Cottage was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Great location, amenities, gorgeous view and easy communication from the owner. We can’t recommend this home more. We are 2 couples who travel together and love that there were separate living areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a view
The property owner created an absolutely wonderful booklet outlining places to go, things to do and best places to eat. He was spot on with all his recommendations. It took the worry out of choosing and made for a delightful vacation. The view from the enclosed patio was breathtaking. We were able to see the inlet, watch bald eagles, deer frolicking and just relax. This is a wonderful place to stay while visiting Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home in a quiet setting
We enjoyed a week of hiking, whale watching and relaxing with the Cape Lookout as our home base. The house is set into the woods with a view out to the bay from the spacious back porch and deck. Comfortable beds, nicely equipped kitchen, fans in each room, though we did not need them after our first night. Peter, our VRBO host, was a great resource and easy to reach. One thing to note for future guests; there’s no access to the bay from the house (steep wooded slope, almost a cliff), but the Hadley Point beach is a short walk or two minute drive away. There’s a house user’s guide with lots of great suggestions for activities, and we can personally recommend Cookies, Pies & Such, where we got an amazing Triple Berry pie.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

gail c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine Vacation
Great house and great communication with host.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Location and View
The house is close to everything you want to do, yet secluded enough to have a peaceful evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We had a wonderful week at the Cape Lookout at Shore Haven! The property is in a great location with lovely views and just a short drive to downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The house was very clean and the kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed during our stay. We hope to go back for another visit soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A true gem
A great spot, so private and lovely, with close access to the park and downtown. Wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Saša M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host and property
Peter and Sean manage a great property. Kitchen has everything you need. BedS were new and very comfortable. Beautiful view of lake for morning coffee and meditation. Smartly decorated, clean and includes washer and dryer. 10 minutes to everything and a semi private beach 1/2 mile away. Loved it!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

steven d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing launching spot for your Maine endeavors.
Lovely place, extremely quiet but quite convenient to everywhere in the area. The house is fairly close to downtown, but also close to the roads to get to the quiet side of the island. We stayed there when there was still work being done to the home, so if you are reading this, it is likely even better than we stayed. The house was clean and we enjoyed the water view- it is not a sweeping view, but still quite lovely. There is a shared access to the beach area to spend time along the quiet shoreline. Excellent communication with the owner.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021