Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home.

Sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(101 Ratings)

House in Bar Harbor, ME

14 guests · 7 bedrooms · 7 baths

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
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

Located on Mt. Desert Island in the village of Hulls Cove, Twin Gables House is a perfect home base for multi-family or couple groups. Guests can share comfortable common areas with family and friends while enjoying the privacy of a bedroom with its own bath.
One half mile away is beautiful Acadia National Park with opportunities for scenic drives, birdwatching, hiking, biking, rock climbing, etc. Three miles from home is downtown Bar Harbor with its myriad of shops and restaurants as well as whale watching and kayaking tours.


The house dates back to 1890. It served as the home to the families of pastors of the Episcopalian church in the neighborhood for many years. The mid 1980's brought a damaging fire. The renovations were done with a Bed and breakfast in mind the result of which was 7 ensuite bedrooms. Some of the original wood floors were saved albeit a bit worse for wear. Floor to ceiling windows in the living room and dining room add to the charm. A sprinkling of antiques and many original paintings, many by local Maine artists, adorn the premises.
After a busy day enjoying the many area attractions, the comfort of the Twin Gables house awaits you. A comfortable porch with grill and a large backyard lend themselves to cookouts. There is air conditioning available in all the bedrooms as well as the living and dining areas for any hot days you should happen to encounter. There is also Lakewood a short drive away family friendly and perfect for a refreshing dip. Note: Lakewood is in Acadia and you need to display your park pass in your car while you park there.

From the house, at low tide, it is possible to access an expanse of rocky beach which also leads to the popular Chart Room Restaurant - open for lunch and dinner and Peppers Pizza . Just a little further lies the Hulls Cove General Store plus the local post office. The Hulls Cove Visitors Center is just a bit beyond that. It is possible to leave your vehicle behind in our ample parking lot and take the free shuttle bus into Bar Harbor and around Acadia National Park from approximately June 21 until Columbus Day weekend. If you bring bikes you can leave right from the house and get to the park roads and carriage roads from the visitors center.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(101 Ratings)
Summary of reviews
Wonderful location and spacious house, each bedroom with private bathroom, well-stocked kitchen, easy communication with the owner. Highly recommended for large groups!
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2024
We enjoyed staying here, charming, clean centrally located to our destinations, host was quick to respond to questions, accommodating
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
Nice, roomy, great location with short drive to the Acadia Visitor Center and the park's buses.
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
Lovely property, very close to some beautiful views.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
We stayed here as a family of four. The property is super close to Acadia so if that is a goal, this place is great. It is also very close to bar Harbor which is great too. Our trip included a blend of eating out (Beal’s in Southwest Harbor is awesome) and eating in. The kitchen is very functional and we made good use of the grill as well. There is a decent sized yard as well - made for good frisbee throwing and a nice back porch which faces the yard and grill. All of the rooms have air conditioning. Double laundry in the basement was prime.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
The property was clean and comfortable! There were seven people in our group who traveled from several southern states. The house is arranged so that there were plenty of places to socialize or to relax. It was an easy walk to the water, to local restaurants, a wine and cheese shop, a convenience store, a fuel station, a coffee shop, local bakery, and bus stop. We cooked several meals. The kitchen was well equipped. The grill was clean and the propane tank was full. We were a short distance to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. It was the perfect choice for me and my extended family! We had a great week,
5.0 / 5.0
Oct 2023
Great location and beautiful home. Close to everything.
5.0 / 5.0
Oct 2023
Great location for visiting Acadia. The home is very well appointed and comfortable. We are a group of 7 “old” college buddies who get together once a year and visit a national park. So the house was perfect for us. There was a nice living room and dining room to gather and have great conversations but we also each had our own space to retire to after the end of the day. Loved the paintings most of which were painted by a local artist.
5.0 / 5.0
Oct 2023
Charming house. Great location for activities in and around Bar Harbor. Large gathering areas in kitchen, dinning room, and family (living) room for catching up conversations with our group. Great to have a bathroom in each bedroom. Great stay. Would recommend for any large group (or family) gathering.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Bar Harbor is $320 per night. This rental is $661 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

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

Is Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home.?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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