Working waterfront views in a quintessential Maine harbor town
House in Bass Harbor, ME
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
Our house is located on the “quiet side” of Mount Desert Island with gorgeous water views of Bass Harbor and a working waterfront. The sunsets are spectacular; just ask all the folks that pull up to take pictures! The house has plenty of room to spread out and to entertain with an open concept living space that includes sunroom, dining space and kitchen. The front lawn is perfect for a barbecue or to just relax and watch the boats come in and out of the harbor. We are close to Acadia National Park and on the free, seasonal bus route. Steps away from the Swans Island Ferry. Your leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Bass Harbor, ME
$$$$
Reviews
10.0
Great location, plenty of room, enjoyed by all.
10.0
Property was well laid out and clean with plenty of space. Great view of the sunset and nice walk to the local restaurant on the harbor. One minor disappointment was the lack of a fire pit as the picture showed a rock formation for one but instead were planters where the rocks previously were.
2.0
We actually never got to stay in this property due to a mix up on dates and very poor communication from the host. We are sad about this because we had been excited to stay. Because of the poor communication, I did not even catch the mistake until after our stay and receiving the email from VRBO to review the stay. I reached out to the host, but she was not interested in working with us. This was a very expensive mistake, and the host simply took our money and was not willing to work with us in any way. It may be a lovely place, but we will never know.
10.0
We really enjoyed our stay here! Great location!
10.0
Our 5 night stay here was fantastic! The home was very clean and comfortable. The home is very organized and the host has clearly thought of all the amenities one could need when traveling. The town itself is very quiet but it is a quick drive to Southwest Harbor which has a cute downtown and the home is close to the Island Explorer bus stop. The home served as a great base for our family for exploring Acadia. We were also able to work remotely and didn't have any connectivity issues. All in all, we had a wonderful stay!
10.0
Our family stopped here for a few days during a New England trip. Great location, great home, and great communications with the host. Great views out of the sun room.
Acadia National Park is a short drive away and Harbor Cruises are a short walk from this home with great local food in Bass Harbor and Southwest Harbor.
Highly recommended.
10.0
We had a wonderful time staying at Lauren's house. It was comfortable and well equipped. Lauren was gracious, helpful and responsive. We hated to leave!
10.0
We couldn’t have asked anymore from our host. Lauren was very responsive from the first inquiry. She constantly stayed in communication with me. I ask for an odd request to store a camper. She was able to help with finding a solution for me. The home was so very comfortable and cozy. Everything we needed was there. We stayed for five weeks and loved each and every moment. And the sunsets from the front of the house are mesmerizing. Thank you Lauren for making our time there comfortable and memorable.
10.0
Amazing home and close to Acadia, listing and pics doesn't do justice. Don't hesittate, just book.
10.0
The home is in a great location, was very clean, well equipped, and had everything our group of 7 needed. It was comfortable for all of us and the water view is great.
Acadia NP is not far, Bar Harbor and Southwest Harbor are quaint little towns worth a visit. The bakery in Southwest Harbor is a must!
Thank you for everything and we may be back.
10.0
Quiet small fishing harbor area. Away from the main island attractions, but still within easy driving distance, and away from overcrowded Bar Harbor. There is only one restaurant currently open in the village of Bass Harbor, and we were underwhelmed by their offerings. Southwest Harbor (10 miles) has very good restaurant choices.
10.0
The property was well maintained & had everything needed to make the vacation enjoyable! Plenty of room for 6 of us! Also close to a lovely restaurant on the Harbor & the Bass Island lighthouse!
10.0
We enjoyed our stay. Beautiful scenery, quiet location
10.0
Had a lovely 4 night stay at this quiet, super clean, and cozy cottage. Had everything we might ever need (and more) to feel comfortable and happy. Lauren was kind and responsive. Beds were comfortable and the inviting sunroom with windows on all three sides was our favorite place to relax and unwind. Location was just what we wanted - quiet but still close enough to all the places in Acadia we wanted to visit. Thank you, Lauren, for a wonderful stay.
10.0
The house was conveniently located near the Bass Harbor lighthouse and Acadia National Park. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. We had a hard time locating the house initially bc we arrived at night (house is next to the third building structure and set back) but the host responded right away to help us out.
10.0
We enjoyed our stay
10.0
The house worked out great for us. One couple had their sailboat docked right down the street in the harbor so it was super easy to go back-and-forth. The house was clean and comfortable and cute. Away from the fray of Bar Harbor, but close enough to lots of Acadia trails etc.
10.0
This is a wonderful house with a beautiful view of Bass Harbor. It’s on the quiet side of MDI, close to hiking trails, wonderful scenery and great places to eat. The owner was very responsive and accommodating. It’s a great place to stay.
10.0
We loved this property, which suited our needs perfectly as an active family of 5 , for a visit to Mount Desert Island. We used the house mostly as a place to spread out, relax, unwind and cook dinner after days of hiking and exploring. A lovely well-appointed home, quiet, with a wonderful garden room that feels like sitting outside (without the mosquitoes, which were an issue outside.). We would absolutely stay here again. Thank you, Lauren!
10.0
This was the first time our party of 3 was visiting Acadia and it couldn’t have been more perfect! The home was comfortable, super clean, had an exceptionally well stocked kitchen and the host could not have been easier to deal with. Only a 30min drive to Bar Harbor or you can hop on the free Acadia shuttle to get anywhere in the park. It was great! Hope to stay at this wonderful property again someday!
10.0
We had a very relaxing week.
10.0
The house had everything you could possibly need.
10.0
very pleasant stay
The property is better than what I expected! It is very spacious and very clean. It is equipped with abundant supplies in the kitchen and bathrooms; or I should say throughout the whole property. It was very easy to communicate with Lauren before arrival and had a pleasant conversation with her in person. Will definitely stay again in the future.
10.0
Great house
This house was perfect for our needs. We liked the Quiet Side of Mt Desert Island. Sunsets were spectacular. Very clean with lots of room.
10.0
A quiet delight!
Everything was as described. House was full of charm and the quiet side of the island is called that for a reason. Very peaceful and calm! Great experience and stay!
10.0
50th anniversary trip.
very nice, view of water accessible to other areas, roomy, many amenities, clean. Really enjoyed our stay!
10.0
Peaceful Home on "Quiet Side" of the island
The home is located near the ocean in a quiet neighborhood. It is a beautiful home that is large enough for a family to spread out and relax. The home is also close to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Lauren was great to work with and was very helpful. If we return to the area, we would definitely stay in this home again.
10.0
Perfect getaway
Spacious and welcoming! Perfect spot to enjoy Acadia National Park!
10.0
Nice house quiet area
House was clean and very roomy. Outdoor fire pit that we never found the time to use. Away from the crowds but in walking distance of a restaurant and harbor views. House is a little worn and out of date but worked great for us
We would stay again
10.0
Great quiet property
What a wonderful place. Plenty of space. Includes everything you need to enjoy your stay. Everything you can possibly need to cook dinner. Internet is fast enough to stream with no issues. The house is in a good location, away from all the crowds and close enough Southwest Harbor for food, grocery and gas. Communication with the host was fast. Super close to the lighthouse and to sea wall, so can easily get there before the crowds.
A small heads up. There is no live TV provided. Host provides Hulu and Prime Video access so if you 'need' live TV, bring a laptop/tablet to stream live tv. Property has plenty of board/card games and books to keep you entertained.
10.0
Lovely home, quiet location
This clean and spacious home was perfect for our family vacation. There was plenty of room to spread out and the beds were comfortable. We didn’t have time to use the fire pit but it is a nice feature to have available. The location is an easy 30 minute drive to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor and we enjoyed the quiet location of this home.
10.0
Perfect!!!
Couldn’t be happier! Would definitely stay here again.
10.0
We had a great time staying at Lauren's place.
This house is at a great location where we can see sunset directly from the living room. It's only minutes from the Bass harbor lighthouse and 30min away from Acadia national park. Lauren is a really nice owner who provides me detailed information about the house as well as always replies my messages immediately. Hope to come back again.
10.0
Great house
The house was comfortable and well set up. Works very well if you have dogs, and it would be excellent without dogs as well. Big living area, easy to use kitchen, and very pleasant indoor and outdoor spaces to relax!
5.0
The house is very well equipped--kitchen, bedrooms et al.The water pressure is great. It is quiet and very well located for trips to Acadia and Southwest Harbor.
10.0
Very comfortable house in a nice setting
The house is very well equipped--kitchen, bedrooms et al.
The water pressure is great. It is quiet and very well located for trips to Acadia and Southwest Harbor.
10.0
Roomy, clean, and quiet
This house was in a quiet location away from the crowds of Acadia National Park, but we could easily drive to the park.
10.0
Great House and Great Stay
Everything was just as expected if not better. The house is even bigger than the pictures make it seem. The location is exactly what we wanted. Everything was clean and up-to-date. The house had everything you could think of.
10.0
As advertised!
Everything in this listing is spot on for what our experience was. There was plenty of space for the eight of us, the sunsets were breathtaking, and being on the quiet side of the island was completely relaxing. Lauren was easy to work with and the house was well stocked. Highly recommend!
10.0
Nice being on the quiet side of MDI
We enjoyed being in Bass Harbor as the ‘Main” area of Acadia and Bar harbor were more crowded than we have ever seen. House was well appointed. We loved the fire pit at night. Beds were comfortable and great having 3 bathrooms. We would rent there again!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bass Harbor?
The average price for a rental in Bass Harbor is $330 per night. This rental is $338 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Working waterfront views in a quintessential Maine harbor town. 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 Working waterfront views in a quintessential Maine harbor town 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 Working waterfront views in a quintessential Maine harbor town?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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