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Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home

Family-friendly stay near Maine Savings Amphitheater

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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Bangor, ME
  • Place, Maine Savings Amphitheater
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hollywood Casino at Bangor
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Bangor

City center stay.Your stay at this Bangor vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Bangor Museum and Center for History and Thomas A. Hill House and Civil War Museum. Penobscot Theatre Company and Bangor Opera House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Maine Discovery Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Waterfront Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pho Hoa Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Portland Pie Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Carolina Sports & Spirits - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ichiban Sushi Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home

Welcome to the Big Red House, located in the Whitney Park Historic District in Bangor! We’ve made some upgrades and renovations and are excited to share them with you. Pine ceilings have been added, as well as new furniture, memory foam gel mattress toppers, and a renovated master bathroom. Built c. 1869, the BRH is one of the Queen City’s oldest homes. Once owned by sea captains and the father of a US Treasurer, the BRH is the perfect place to stay to experience Bangor, the once lumber capital of the world and one of the busiest ports on the East Coast. Visit the Penobscot Reservation on Indian Island near Old Town (about 20 minutes to the north) to learn about Maine's Penobscot Tribe. And the Bangor Historical Society down the street will shed light on Bangor's French, Irish, and English history.

At the 2600 sf. Big Red House, you'll enjoy a huge eat-in kitchen, 4 bedrooms (2 queen and 2 twin) - our downstairs office has a twin daybed and can be closed off to use as a bedroom, and upstairs laundry, pellet stove, garage, central heat, and private driveway. It's close to downtown, too! Great for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families, and groups. A hop, skip and a jump away from lobster pounds, hiking trails, local theaters, shopping, dining, historical churches, museums, Hollywood Slots casino, and skiing. Check out the Bangor Waterfront along the Penobscot River, and Author, Stephen King's house located right down the street. Dogs welcome (no other pets, please.) And enjoy an edible gift from us to you just for choosing the BRH!
The BRH is a non-smoking property.

(Note: This property is equipped with exterior cameras and any illegal activity is reported directly to local police. Thank you for respecting the BRH.)

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
We ask very little of our guests! But we kindly ask that you load any dirty dishes and run the dishwasher if there are dishwasher pods.
And if it’s Sunday, please take the trash barrel filled with your trash, to the street, for Monday’s pickup.
No need to strip the beds! Enjoy!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please add $50 per dog. Pay through resolution center. Or let us know when you book and we will add the fee. Thank you!
$125 cleaning fee. NO CATS PLEASE!
Additional guests past 2, add $15 per person per day.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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: Dogs only! NO cats or critters. $50/per dog fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No noise after 10 PM. Be respectful of neighbors.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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: 15
Note from host: No noise after 10 PM. Be respectful of neighbors.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. Note from host: No noise after 10 PM. Be respectful of neighbors. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Big Red House Lovely Historic Bangor Home
Big Red House Lovely Historic Home
Big Red Lovely Historic Bangor Home
Big Red Lovely Historic Home
Big Red House - Lovely Historic Bangor Home Bangor
Big Red House - Lovely Historic Bangor Home Bangor
Big Red House Lovely Historic

Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home to the airport?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi (6-min drive) away from the Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Hollywood Casino at Bangor (17-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home to downtown Bangor?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Bangor.

Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything went well with this stay- it is a bit of a long walk to downtown and up a hill back, but the housing worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelleen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great communicator and house was everything we needed. Wonderful historic house and also very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and so unique.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Loved the claw foot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a comfortable home. Enjoyed ourselves and Cindy was a suburb and communicative just!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We lived our time at the BRH and can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything went very well. Great space and all the rooms had character.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great old home

Great location, plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

j s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house.Extremely peaceful.Gracious host.Definitely recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Natalie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to enjoy seeing family

Wonderful house and staff and host! Beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood where we can be together!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Excellent Stay!

Our family and pups love staying here on vacation! Room enough for all, including an office, it’s a comfy home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice home

Definitely recommend a stay here if you're in Bangor. Perfect spot for concerts and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house in a great location

The house was the perfect place to use as a starting point to explore Bangor, Acadia NP, and the wilderness of central Maine. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Beautiful historic home
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BRH was an excellent selection for us for this trip. The property is well maintained and presents as described in the listing. The house is close to the airport and downtown Bangor. The communication with the property owner was easy and efficient. We would recommend BRH for your next visit to Bangor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abbi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

The place was easy to get to at nights and was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay for a concert

Friends and I went to a concert in Bangor and stayed at the BRH ! It’s on a quiet street but still close to the venue and casino.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

College visit

My family stayed for a college visit to the University of Maine. The location was very convenient and very comfortable. If available for future dates I will be in town I will definitely stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Old Home

Easy check in, quick responses from host. Beautiful old home, well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love

We absolutely love this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house has lots of character, is very clean and well maintained, and is convenient to the centre of town. It was a good base to see the area as even Bar Harbour is a pretty easy drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic house with ample space and close to Waterfront Auditorium. Great communication with owner Cindy who has really made the Big Red House very comfortable. Great place to stay in the Bangor area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance & Karon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One night in Bangor

Great stop off point for our trip to summit Katahdin. The home was beautiful, well stocked and very clean. Love the history of the home as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BrH

Great house. Felt like homeand close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025