Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage

4.8

Outstanding(179 Reviews)

Cottage in Bar Harbor, ME

4 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this cottage rental

WINTER SPECIAL . Book for 3 nights and we will make it 4 when you book . SIMPLE !
November 1 to May 1 . THE CABIN BEDROOM IS CLOSED Nov 1-April 15. It’s too cold . There is a full futon in the living room for a extra bed .

This charming rustic cottage is a minute walk to a beautiful rocky beach which is 450 ft away . In beautiful Hulls Cove . 3 minutes from the Main Park entrance and visitors center. It is five minutes to downtown Bar Harbor . It is a five minute walk to the free shuttle (The Island Explorer) Far Niente is peaceful and quiet. It has a lovely deck surrounded by pines where you can relax and have a barbeque after your day in the Park. Far Niente (which means 'to do nothing') comes equipped with all amenities. Far Niente is a beautiful cottage in the woods , and yes we do have an occasional insect visitor .

The unattached cabin bedroom is a beautiful rustic structure. It’s like luxury camping. Total privacy from the main cottage. And five steps away from main cottage .
See our other property # 115818

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Map of Bar Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Acadia National Park

10.6 mi

Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Observatory

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Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage

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4.8

Outstanding(179 Reviews)

Cottage in Bar Harbor, ME

4 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Map of Bar Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Acadia National Park

10.6 mi

Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Observatory

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(179 Reviews)

5.0

Sep 2024

Truly lovely house and property. We enjoyed all of its features—even down to its design, color scheme, and general vibe. Did some yoga on the deck, some hanging out at night in the living area. Easy hike down to the beach nearby. Sometimes we cooked, sometimes we went out. Close to Bar Harbor town center and entrance to Acadia.

5.0

Sep 2024

Wonderful stay at John's cottage! Great location: quiet neighborhood (with a beautiful view of the harbor on morning walks!) but also just a short drive to Hull's Cove Visitor Center and Bar Harbor. The cottage is charming and comfortable with lots of helpful amenities - love having a washer/dryer. We especially liked the cozy fireplace on cool rainy days and sleeping in the cabin bedroom. John was an excellent host, accommodating a late arrival and checking in with us throughout our trip. Definitely hoping to stay again!

5.0

Jul 2024

Tucked away from the touristy hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor but still a quick drive/trip on the free shuttle to town and Acadia National Park, this gorgeous cottage has style and personality. We loved our stay both times we’ve been. It’s the perfect retreat.

5.0

Jul 2024

This was our first trip to Bar Harbor and we were unsure where to stay but ended up deciding on this little cottage. Turned out to be the perfect place. We loved it. John was always more than accommodating and helpful and genuinely wanted our stay to be great. Will definitely return.

4.0

Jun 2024

My husband, dog and I had a wonderful stay in Bar Harbor. The property was in a great location, in a beautiful setting and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

4.0

Jun 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed staying in this cabin! John (the owner) is one of the kindest individuals I’ve worked with while renting through Vrbo. He checked in at least a week before the stay, gave multiple recommendations on places to visit, and truly wanted to make sure our stay was worthwhile. The cabin was homey and comfortable. It’s a quick drive to the Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, and the main road that will take you off the island or to different parts of the island. Our only minor concern was that the cabin was not as clean as we would have expected upon arrival, but nothing that detoured us! We both said as we left that we would consider staying again if we had a chance to visit Acadia again.

5.0

May 2024

We had a fabulous stay at Far Niente, and John is an exceptional host. The place was perfect for us, our adult son, and his sweet dog, Bear. Well-appointed, clean, full of precious details, and welcoming, the cottage was perfectly located to both Bar Harbor and the National Park entrance. We made such a great choice! Highly, highly recommend.

5.0

May 2024

Quaint cottage in the woods that shouts relaxation. Close to many trails and things to do Owner provided us with many ideas and I could not have asked for anything else!

5.0

May 2024

This is our second time staying in Far Niente. It's by far our favorite place that we've stayed at. The location is quiet and close to town. Perfect for a quick run to a grocery store or dinner. We were there for Acadia National Park, which was a short drive away. The cottage itself is quaint and welcoming and had everything we needed. John was very communicative and was a truly great host. We'll be back!

5.0

Apr 2024

We could not have asked for a better house to stay in that accommodated all of us, and all of our needs, and with the bonus that it was the cutest place that I have ever stayed in. In our group was myself, my daughter, her best friend, my father and his small dog. it was perfect and every way and the perfect homebase for our Acadia trip. John was an exceptional host and was readily available for any question, Recommendation or need that we had. I would absolutely stay here again and would recommend his home to everyone that I know, visiting Bar Harbor! Hope to be back soon

5.0

Apr 2024

Seriously cannot say enough about John. He went above and beyond before during and after our stay! We came for the Eclipse and there was not a whole lot open in the area but we still enjoyed it so much! Don't hesitate to book! Thanks for everything John!!!

5.0

Apr 2024

I would 100% stay here again. It was a lovely location and super well appointed and comfortable cabin. Communication with John was smooth and easy. We highly recommend this VRBO.

5.0

Apr 2024

Property was exactly as advertised. The owner was extremely communicative and a short ride from downtown. Would definitely recommend.

5.0

Mar 2024

My husband and I had a wonderful time. This little cottage was great. The ocean is just a short walk away and everything in Bar Harbor is quick car ride. The host is very attentive and helpful. He even sent us a list of restaurants (we went in the off season so some places are closed) that were open and near by. The kitchen had everything we needed. It was comfortable, private, and clean. We will be going back in sure.

5.0

Feb 2024

This was our second year coming here and we absolutely loved it. John is extremely communicative and made the check in/check out process very easy for us. The cottage is very cozy and extremely convenient to get to the park and into town!

5.0

Feb 2024

Its a very quiet peaceful place to stay. Nice and relaxing.

5.0

Jan 2024

Perfect little cabin. Exactly as advertised. Cozy and inviting. We'd stay again for sure!!

5.0

Nov 2023

This cottage was perfect for our Anniversary getaway - in a quiet neighborhood but very close to the Hulls Cove entrance to Acadia National Park and downtown Bar Harbor. John was an attentive host offering ideas for activities and restaurants. The cottage was very comfortable and had all of the amenities needed. We will definitely stay again!

5.0

Nov 2023

Cozy cabin close to the park entrance.

5.0

Nov 2023

We really enjoyed our stay at John's Far Niente!

5.0

Oct 2023

Perfectly located from Acadia trails and Bar Harbor!

5.0

Oct 2023

Far Niente is a beautiful well-kept cottage in a great secluded location. John is the consummate host and a wonderful person. Stay in this home and you will not be disappointed! Highly recommended.

5.0

Oct 2023

We loved the cottage! It came with everything you need, including basics like toilet paper which was appreciated! It was very clean and convenient to Acadia as well as Bar Harbor.

5.0

Oct 2023

My husband and I and our dog stayed with John for the last week of September 2023 and it's a truly special place. We needed both bedrooms since sometimes one of us snores -- and they're both very comfortable. Everything about the cottage is beautiful, compact and well thought out. John's very responsive and kind when you need anything and his house keeper keeps it very nicely. Practical advice to anyone late in the year using the "outside" bedroom -- be sure to start the heater a bit before going to bed to give it time to warm up. Also, if you're bringing a dog, be sure you're prepared in case your pup is not comfortable going up and down the spiral staircase. I wasn't planning on letting her use it at all, but she followed me to the loft once when I thought my husband had her and I had to teach her how to get down. Of course then she comfortably had the run of the house with us all week, but it's something to think about. John's a great host with a lovely property to share.

5.0

Sep 2023

Great location, close to Acadia Park entrance and town but away from all the traffic. John was a great and attentive host. We had a great week!!!!!

5.0

Sep 2023

From the words of the kids: “yum” and “extraordinary.” Absolutely magical and just as we remembered it from our first visit 8 years ago. A very simple getaway in a beautiful location right near the water. Want to live there forever 😊

5.0

Sep 2023

We loved our stay at Far Niente. The space worked we for our family of four, with school aged kids. We appreciated having a full kitchen, as it was nice to enjoy some low key meals after big days full of activity. The deck is a lovely and relaxing spot. The host was easy to communicate with and gave great recommendations for meals and hikes. Thank you!

5.0

Aug 2023

We thoroughly enjoyed this fantastic cabin just a short walk from the rocky coast and the beautiful waters of Maine. Having a separate cabin for one bedroom worked out very well for us, and the deck between the two buildings with the table, chairs and grill got a lot of use. There is lots of nearby walks and the new Bar Harbor Lobster Pound nearby was our favorite spot for seafood and hanging out in their wooded seating area with live music. We love visiting MDI and Acadia, and this centrally located home made it very easy to get anywhere on the island in less than 30 minutes. Thanks John.

5.0

Aug 2023

Our stay at the cottage was perfect and made our vacation to Acadia wonderful.

5.0

Jul 2023

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The cottage had everything we could need and was comfortable for all three of us. The kitchen was well appointed, and I was able to cook meals with ease. The back deck surrounded by ferns and bird songs was particularly lovely. We loved it, and we would stay again in a heartbeat.

5.0

Jun 2023

The cottage was comfortable and relaxing after busy days in the Park. Very convenient to Acadia and Bar Harbor, with well equipped kitchen for eating in. John was helpful and easy to communicate with. A new washing machine was installed days before our arrival. Thurston's lobster pound is a must! Would definitely stay here again.

5.0

Jun 2023

Our family, including our fur baby, felt right at home. Loved the sunrises and sunsets

5.0

Jun 2023

We loved our stay! The house was adorable and had everything we needed. It’s perfectly located near bar harbor and the park entrance. But at the same time away from the buzz of downtown. We could come home after a long hike and enjoy a nice glass of wine in your beautiful porch and garden. We felt like we were in the middle of the woods. My teens loved the loft and we really enjoy the detached bedroom. It felt like we were in a tree house with green all around. We would love to visit again. Thank you John for sharing your house with us.

5.0

Jun 2023

What a cute and amazing cottage! It's like a magic portal that's bigger on the inside than it is on the outside :- ) And it is decorated and arranged in such a way as to utilize the space perfectly. Quaint? Homey? A wonderful getaway? How can we best describe it? My wife and I stayed here with my parents in June 2023 and it was just what we needed. Close enough to Bar Harbor that we rode bikes back and forth. Quiet enough that we never heard a sound from the neighbors -- except when we were taking a walk via the peaceful, safe, and quiet road that goes right by the water and around the block. John was an amazing host. Most highly recommended!

5.0

Jun 2023

This cottage was the perfect home away from home! Very quaint but had everything we needed to be comfortable. Close enough to Bar Harbor but far enough away from the bustle of the little town. Very close to Acadia National Park which we spent many days visiting. The owner supplied us with much more than we expected including many suggestions of what to do, what to see, and best places to eat and drink. Perfect getaway!

5.0

Jun 2023

The cottage was perfect - enchanting and well-maintained. It's a great place to rest and unwind while visiting Acadia and Bar Harbor. The owner is so nice and friendly! We'd come back in a heartbeat.

5.0

Jun 2023

Absolutely charming, fully equipped, cozy and comfortable cottage. Host was accessible and helpful. The house was incredibly clean. The washer dryer on premises was a big plus. Can’t good wait to come back.

5.0

May 2023

The cottage was adorable! The location was wonderful. John was extremely receptive to a special request for our stay and was a wonderful host. We really enjoyed our vacation!

5.0

May 2023

John’s house is perfect for easy access to the park and Bar Harbor. We were in the park within 5 minutes and on the carriage roads for our daily morning walks with our lab. It’s a sweet home that not only has charm, but is very well outfitted. Although in a neighborhood with houses nearby, there is a nice private outdoor deck. I loved the added sleeping cabin- as a peaceful place without all the lights of the various tv/modem etc that rentals always need to have. (And yes, the wifi connection and television options were excellent) John was an excellent communicator! Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us and allowing our dog to join us for an outstanding week of hiking in Acadia. I highly recommend staying here.

5.0

Apr 2023

My boyfriend and our dog stayed here and it was great! Low key neighborhood, great for walking the dog and taking her to the beach which is a short walk away. Reasonable distance to town too. The place had all the basic amenities we needed andnit was a cute and cozy cottage. Ideal little getaway for April.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Bar Harbor?

The average price for a rental in Bar Harbor is £255 per night. This rental is £90 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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Cottage in Bar Harbor, ME

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Bar Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage

Cottage in Bar Harbor, ME

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Bar Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Bar Harbor?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Enchanting Bar Harbor Cottage?

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