Bar Harbor is a beautiful town on Mount Desert Island that offers its visitors both the hills and the ocean. The Atlantic ocean and the Porcupine islands can be viewed from the town pier and the cliffs and the mountains in the Acadia National Park are only a hike away from the town. If you’re visiting Bar Harbor to enjoy the amalgamation of the hills and the sea then listed below are a few budget-friendly, yet luxurious vacation rentals in Bar Harbor, very near to the main attractions of the town, which you might want to consider.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 16, 2024.
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1. The cottage right on the Bar Harbor village (from USD 599)
The cottage has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. It has been renovated with new furnishing, kitchen, and hardwood floors. It has amenities like a flat screen HD TV, a Bluetooth speaker, and also kitchen appliances. There is a porch in the front and a deck at the back with an arrangement for a barbecue. Both off-street and on-street parking are available. The village has a number of charming, old-fashioned shops and also a few fine dining restaurants around. The Acadia National Park is only a few steps away from the Harbor if you’re planning a hike.
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the wi-fi worked great and tv reception (for the baseball playoffs) was goodthere were 7 of us and we were extremely comfortablewe had 7 girls in the house and we were very comfortablethe beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms had plenty of towels and even some shampoo etcthe beds are comfortable the linens freshCleanliness:
the house is impeccably clean upon arrivalhouse was super cleani can’t recommend this place enough very clean and everything you needi loved this house it's clean bright and spaciouswe had good time there and it was cleanHost:
logan was a welcoming hostlogan was a very helpful hostlogan was very helpful and quick to respond with any questions or recommendationslogan was welcoming and responsivelogan was a great host and offered many suggestions as to what to do in the areaRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of this house is perfectthe location is perfect the house is cute and cozyit is in a good location within walking distance of shops and restaurantsthe location was great walk to the end of the street and you’re in the middle of downtowngreat place to stay if you want to be walking distance to everything
2. Cottage for large families
This cottage is also a two-story house with two bedrooms and one bath. It can be joined with the one above for larger groups to occupy. A cozy house with both the master bedroom and the smaller bedroom situated upstairs. The cottage is air-conditioned. It has all the basic kitchen equipment required for cooking. It also has a dryer with a launderette right across the street. Situated right next to the Paths End cottage, which was mentioned above, this too is a block away from the shore path and is surrounded by restaurants and shops along with cultural attractions like museums and music galleries and the Acadia National Park.
Bar Harbor, Maine, United States
7.53 km (4.7 mi) from Acadia National ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
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the apartment was very clean and the beds were very comfortableit was spacious and cleanvery clean and very convenient locationspacious and comfortable very cleanthe property was clean and all the details were exactly as called out in the listingHost:
bambi was a very responsive host as wellthe property host was very engaged and helpfulthe owner was very responsive to my emails/messagesRead more reviewsLocation:
bambi’s place is in a fantastic location within walking distance of lots of restaurants and local shoppinggreat location and very quiet when it’s cold enough to close the windowsthis is a great convenient location in downtown bar harborperfect location for staying in bar harbor while right outside the busy areasawesome location easily walkable to down bar harbor and a short drive to acadia
3. Ideal for couples (from USD 245)
This is a comfortable and cozy cottage with vibrant interior decor. The first floor is occupied by a living area with a TV and a DVD player, a master bedroom, a bathroom with a shower, a fully equipped kitchen with new appliances, and a laundry room with a washer and a dryer. Upstairs there is the other bedroom, a large closet and a study area with a desk. The house also features a private patio, a flower garden, and a beautiful yard. Shops and restaurants are at a walking distance from the place. Other forms of entertainment including music concerts and movies are along the shore, which is very near to this place. If you’re looking for some adventure you might want to board an ocean excursion from the town pier or a shuttle bus from Village Green.
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loved having a washer and dryer right off the kitchen and bathkaren had muffins fruit and coffee in the kitchen for us - wonderful for our first morningthis inlaw apartment is perfect for couples or small familiesthe apartment was absolutely immaculate and offered all the comforts of homethe beds were super comfy and the decor was very cheery and tastefulCleanliness:
clean and comfortableclean crisp newvery clean and had everything we neededeverything was neat clean and so cozy with many personal local toucheswe all felt that the house was very clean and comfortable when we arrivedHost:
hosts were friendly and accommodatingkaren and sandy were very friendly and ready to provide advice and tipskaren and sandy were wonderful hostskaren and sandy are great hostskaren and sandy were very friendly and take great care in maintaining their home and gardensRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatthe location is idealthe location of the house is perfectgreat location quiet at nightamazing location steps from the village center with shops and restaurants
4. The pet-friendly rental (from USD 275)
This is a three-bedroom and a one-bathroom accommodation with two floors. The first floor situates a fully equipped kitchen, a dinning room and a living area. The second floor situates three bedrooms and one bathroom. It has a TV, free internet, DVD player, a stereo, books, a washer and a dryer. There is parking space available for three cars in the driveway and outside there is a lawn/garden and outdoor grill. Acadia National Park is only a short drive away. Restaurants, cafes and other shops are only a little while away from this house.
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Having one bathroom was a bit difficult with all the kidsthis place delivers the slight awkwardness was a small price to payThere's plenty of room and the house is very comfortablethe interior living area is spacious and we'll maintainedThe house has everything you need for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
but it was also INCREDIBLY CLEAN and nicely updatedvery clean and hot water for 5 showers each day (not easy for a family of five sometimes)very clean and worked perfectly for our familyHost:
Dani was very responsive to questionsThe host was extremely responsive and helpfulthe owner was easyAlso the owners were always quick to respond to any questions we hadOur family of five along with our dog felt right at homeRead more reviewsLocation:
The location is ideal with restaurants at the end of the street Village Green andnice backyard walking distance to downtownMattresses worn out Not a bad place as I needed it last minuteTHe house was in a sort of sketchy areaThe house is in the perfect location -- a few minutes walk to downtown or the shore path (which is beautiful) or a few minutes drive to the park
5. A well-decorated, cozy rental near the ocean (from USD 342)
This two-bedroom and two-bathroom rental has a fully equipped kitchen, a washer, a dryer and occupies two floors. There is one bathroom on the ground floor and another on the first floor and the whole house has hardwood flooring. The living room has a sofa bed, a TV, books for kids and games. The house is air-conditioned and on the outside, there is a deck with an outdoor grill and also a warm cooler for the summer. A tennis court and a golf course are only a short walk away from this place. The shore path is just around the corner and offers perfect seclusion for those solitary evening walks by the sea.
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The kitchen has everything you'll need right down to cooking spicesgreat Wi-Fi and much moreAt the end of each full day the beds were so comfy and we enjoyed the cable TV in living room and bedroomsThe town is so charmingShe even has a crib and pack-n-play if you have smaller childrenCleanliness:
The house is very cleanhad everything we needed (maybe more) and was very cleanProperty was in "brand new condition"Everything is so clean and well maintained in the houseIt is immaculately clean and everything is in perfect conditionHost:
She also checked in early the next morning to make sure our first night was pleasantThe home was readily available for us upon arrivalThe owner DeeDee is very helpful and also very nicethe most amazing fireworks showThe owner DeeDee is very attentive to her guests and goes the extra mile to be sure you are happyRead more reviewsLocation:
Excellent restaurants are also within walking distanceThe location is great with easy walking access to restaurants shopsclose to shops restaurantsthe supermarket and just a stone's throw from the Park's entranceIt is located just 2 miles from the entrance of Acadia National Park Americans
6. Cottage amidst the greens (from USD 282)
This is a one-bedroom and a one-and-a-half-bathroom cottage across the village green in Bar Harbor but far from the noisy bustle of the city. The full bathroom has a spa-like shower and the whole house is extremely cozy being well lit and allowing skylight to enter from the several windows that it adorns. the kitchen is fully equipped. The living room has a TV, a CD player, a DVD player, a stereo, a radio, books, a video library, a fireplace and the dinning has seating for six people. The house has a washer, a dryer, a heater, and free internet. There is a private parking space for three cars and outside there is a wooden deck with an outdoor grill. Cruising along Mount Desert Island is a way to quench the thirst for sightseeing around Bar Harbor.
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There is plenty of room (and so much light) in the kitchenAnn provided a clean comfortable and cozy homeThe 3 bedrooms are all perfect size for vacationingbut you have instant access and a couple of the best private parking spaces in townThe first floor powder room/laundry are very convenientCleanliness:
Property was comfortable clean and the location can't be beatThe property is exactly as describedThe rooms are very comfortable the property is clean and inviting and the second floor full bath with a walk-in shower is wonderfulThe main bathroom is very large and we had plenty of towels It also helped to have a washer and dryer (they are older and had quirks but worked) because due to the warmer weather we had to wash cl...The kitchen was spacious and clean we could have used more silverware and glassesHost:
Extremely accommodating and so friendlyShe had a beautiful welcome basket waiting for us with wineAnn was wonderful to work with very helpful and kindA great welcome basket from the owner was a bonusit's location so close to town while we also appreciated Ann being completely available for any of our questions and needsRead more reviewsLocation:
Quiet but close to everything Walk across the street to board the free buses and bike vans into AcadiaDowntown Cafe just in front servesThe location is perfect-close to downtown Bar Harbor and Acadiaand this was by far the best location that we have stayed in Close to everything but still very quiet and has a secluded feelwe enjoyed the house patio and convenience of the property
7. A cottage tucked in a quiet corner of Bar Harbor (from USD 171)
This is a two storey house has three bedrooms and one bath. The living room is huge with a 42 inch flat screen TV, VCR, DVD player and a stereo - all on the first floor. The floor upstairs has three bedrooms and also a children’s room. The kitchen is well equipped and extends to the backyard which has an outdoor gas grill. The windows and the doors in the house have been replaced with low emissivity glass. The California pine flooring in the first floor and the hardwood floor in the living room has been refurbished. Village green is only two blocks away where you can go for a stroll, or to window shop at the several shops and boutiques in that area or attend concerts that regularly happen out there.
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beds are comfortable and each bedroom has a floor fan for circulationwe also enjoyed using the gas grill and eating at the picnic tablethe house has everything needed for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
cute clean well stocked and well maintained homeall appliances were clean and in good working orderthe one bathroom was small but very cleanthe house was very clean and neat and had everything we needed for the weekthe property was clean and ready for our arrivalHost:
the owners were lovely and very responsivethe owners are available and delightfulthe owners were so kind and helpful - we definitely recommend staying hereRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great as everything is in walking distancealso a very short drive to a bunch of great hikes in acadia national parkcan't beat the location we loved being able to walk to town the playground the farmer's market etcwe love love love the location of this homethe house is in a great location on a quiet one-way street
8. Cozy two-story cottage
This beautiful two-story cottage is only a block away from the shore. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The bathroom on the main floor has a nice shower and the one upstairs has a tub and a separate shower. The house has a kitchen that is well equipped with a microwave, a baking ware, a blender, crock pots and so on. There is a washer and a dryer in the house along with an air-conditioner, two TVs, and a DVD player. The main level has a living room with a fireplace(there are two fireplaces in the house), a renovated kitchen, a dining area and also an outdoor deck with an arrangement for a barbecue. The house is only a few steps away from known restaurants, cafes, shops, music galleries, museums, and the pier.
Bar Harbor, Maine, United States
7.63 km (4.8 mi) from Acadia National ParkAccommodates: 8
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the deck was delightful and the kitchen well-stockedgreat kitchen comfortable furnishingspaths end cottage was very comfortable and spacious for our group of 6 adultskitchen fit for a foodie's cooking very well equippedthe kitchen was nicely stocked when we arrivedCleanliness:
it was also clean and comfortable with all the basic cookware sheets/blankets/towels etcthe place is clean comfortable and has everything you needthe house was clean nicely decorated and perfect for our familythe house itself is spacious clean and well set up for a crowd (we easily accommodated five adults)the place was spotless and seemed more like a full time home than a rentalHost:
thanks again to bambi for being a great hostthanks to bambi for being a great host and making her house available for others to enjoyi would highly recommend this house and bambi as a hostRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved the locationexcellent location for the entire familycan walk to many great restaurants the cliff walk is just a couple minutes awayclose to the best restaurants and activitiesgreat stay perfect location
9. Summer cottage in the historic corridor of Bar Harbor (from USD 289)
This two-bedroom and one-bathroom cottage is very close to the shore path and the Acadia National Park, which have both hiking and biking trails. All the bedrooms and also the living room has air-conditioning. The shops, theatres, and restaurants are only a few minutes away, making accessibility less of a hassle while guests still enjoy peace at home. There is a TV, free internet, and a DVD player in the living area and the kitchen is fully equipped. There is a balcony/deck that overlooks the Village Green.
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TVThere is one tiny TV in the "living room"/shops right outside the front doorI used the large couch in the living room andOther pluses: window AC units that worked wellUnlike when you stay in a hotel room he slept in the provided pack-n-play undisturbed in his own room while we read/watched TV in the living room before retreating to our own bedroom to sleepCleanliness:
Not the plaza but clean and in good working order and the owners were very hospitablebut it had everything we needed and we were very comfortableHost:
plays extra blankets extra towels what looked like an air mattress and all sorts of things to make your stay more homeyMo and Scott were very hospitable and responsive to questionscomfortable Mo and Scott were very helpful and hospitableBoth children and all three adults successfully took naps when desiredthe crowd from a bar next door was loudRead more reviewsLocation:
Perfect location right across from the village greenWalked to restaurants barsYou're in the middle of the downtown village area and it's great to walk to restaurants and shopsWe stayed in this apartment during August The location was terrific for us--walking distance to Island Explorer bus stop (highly recommend for exploring Acadia) and various shops and restaurantsCentrally located Walking distance to everything
10. Cottage near Acadia National Park (from USD 178)
This cottage is only 10 minutes away by foot from the free Acadia National Park shuttle to explore the Mount Desert Island. It has two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. There is a living and a dining area on the ground floor along with a fully equipped kitchen. The amenities include a TV, a DVD player, free internet, a deck with outdoor grill, a children’s wading pool in the park across the street, nearby places to rent a canoe from, and a golf course which is less than five minutes away. If your guests increase in number, the owner can happily accommodate them in their sister cottage at a discount.
Reside in peace by the ocean
Bar Harbor is a lovely place to visit during summers and these summer cottages are great places to reside if you want to enjoy traveling and relax in a luxurious surrounding. Bar Harbor owes its adventure to the hiking trails along Acadia National Park and to the long cruises along the Mount Desert Island.
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